self-reflection

noun

self-re·​flec·​tion ˌself-ri-ˈflek-shən How to pronounce self-reflection (audio)

Examples of self-reflection in a Sentence

after some self-reflection I realized that I hadn't been honest with my partner
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Bride and Her Dad Shock Wedding Guests with Epic Father-Daughter Dance (Exclusive) When asked about her advice for others considering such a life-altering decision, Thompson emphasized self-reflection and growth. Tereza Shkurtaj, People.com, 11 May 2025 After the death of her beloved grandfather, Beth Harris took solace in letter-writing, initially to him, and later as a form of self-reflection. Sixteen Ramos, USA Today, 9 May 2025 Define what matters most to you Success starts with self-reflection. Patrick Abouchalache, The Conversation, 9 May 2025 Fall, on the other hand, is about self-reflection… that moment of pause before winter sets in. Victoria Uwumarogie, Essence, 3 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for self-reflection

Word History

First Known Use

1644, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of self-reflection was in 1644

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“Self-reflection.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/self-reflection. Accessed 17 May. 2025.

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