introspection

noun

: a reflective looking inward : an examination of one's own thoughts and feelings

Examples of introspection in a Sentence

a moment of quiet introspection not a man given to introspection, he grew impatient with his wife's constant need to discuss their relationship
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Leaders who have gone through introspection and self-inquiry are unaffected by emotional turbulence. Carlo Tortora Brayda, Forbes, 6 Mar. 2025 Despite being a month of introspection and reflection, March’s astrology will bring emphasis to your sixth house of daily routines, work habits and more importantly, your well-being. Valerie Mesa, People.com, 1 Mar. 2025 The Brazilian electrician was mistakenly shot by police at a London underground station, leading to protests, introspection over shoot-to-kill policies and fierce criticism of the Metropolitan Police. Max Goldbart, Deadline, 18 Feb. 2025 The month encourages Muslims to engage in a period of introspection and connectivity, with communal meals and prayers. Dan Perry, Newsweek, 28 Feb. 2025 See All Example Sentences for introspection

Word History

Etymology

Latin introspectus, past participle of introspicere to look inside, from intro- + specere to look — more at spy

First Known Use

circa 1677, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of introspection was circa 1677

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“Introspection.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/introspection. Accessed 19 Mar. 2025.

Kids Definition

introspection

noun
: an examination of one's own thoughts or feelings
introspectively adverb

Medical Definition

introspection

noun
: an examination of one's own thoughts and feelings

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