introspection
noun
in·tro·spec·tion
ˌin-trə-ˈspek-shən 
: 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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And even for those who might be able to separate art from artist, the actor’s seeming lack of introspection about how violence is threaded through his film is an artistic failing.
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Hannah Giorgis, The Atlantic, 4 Apr. 2025
There’s not enough moral introspection to elevate the sequel beyond a page-turner, but Mary Alice, Helen, Natalie, and Billie remain good company.
—Yvonne Zipp, Christian Science Monitor, 1 Apr. 2025
That kicked off an offseason of changes — though more to the front office and coaching staff than the roster itself — and a whole lot of introspection, all the way around.
—Betsy Helfand, Twin Cities, 26 Mar. 2025
On March 20, the sun will enter Aries and slip into your 12th house of closure, dreams and all things behind the scenes, marking a time for rest and introspection.
—Valerie Mesa, People.com, 20 Mar. 2025
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Hannah Giorgis, The Atlantic, 4 Apr. 2025
There’s not enough moral introspection to elevate the sequel beyond a page-turner, but Mary Alice, Helen, Natalie, and Billie remain good company.
—Yvonne Zipp, Christian Science Monitor, 1 Apr. 2025
That kicked off an offseason of changes — though more to the front office and coaching staff than the roster itself — and a whole lot of introspection, all the way around.
—Betsy Helfand, Twin Cities, 26 Mar. 2025
On March 20, the sun will enter Aries and slip into your 12th house of closure, dreams and all things behind the scenes, marking a time for rest and introspection.
—Valerie Mesa, People.com, 20 Mar. 2025
See All Example Sentences for introspection
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“Introspection.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/introspection. Accessed 13 Apr. 2025.
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introspection
noun
in·tro·spec·tion
ˌin-trə-ˈspek-shən
: an examination of one's own thoughts or feelings
introspectively
adverb
Medical Definition
introspection
noun
in·tro·spec·tion
-ˈspek-shən
: an examination of one's own thoughts and feelings
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