introspection
in·tro·spec·tion
noun \ˌin-trə-ˈspek-shən\Definition of INTROSPECTION
: a reflective looking inward : an examination of one's own thoughts and feelings
— in·tro·spect \-ˈspekt\ verb
— in·tro·spec·tion·al \-ˈspek-shnəl, -shə-nəl\ adjective
— in·tro·spec·tive \-ˈspek-tiv\ adjective
— in·tro·spec·tive·ly adverb
— in·tro·spec·tive·ness noun
Examples of INTROSPECTION
- a moment of quiet introspection
- <not a man given to introspection, he grew impatient with his wife's constant need to discuss their relationship>
Origin of INTROSPECTION
Latin introspectus, past participle of introspicere to look inside, from intro- + specere to look — more at spy
First Known Use: circa 1677
Related to INTROSPECTION
Related Words: self-analysis, self-awareness, self-consciousness, self-recognition; introversion, self-absorption, self-centeredness, self-concern, self-involvement; self-actualization, self-discovery, self-exploration, self-fulfillment, self-realization; self-knowledge, self-revelation; self-concept, self-image, self-perception; contemplation, meditation, reflection, rumination
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