self-reflection

noun

self-re·​flec·​tion ˌself-ri-ˈflek-shən 

: self-examination sense 1

Synonyms of self-reflection

• introspection
• soul-searching
• self-examination
• self-observation
• contemplation

Examples of self-reflection in a Sentence

after some self-reflection I realized that I hadn't been honest with my partner

Recent Examples on the Web

Islamabad is not yet willing to indulge in a bit of self-reflection. —Mihir Sharma, Twin Cities, 8 Mar. 2026

The album’s volley of astute re-creations of this idea sometimes gets in the way of Styles’s attempt to relay sadness or dour self-reflection. —Craig Jenkins, Vulture, 6 Mar. 2026

Known for scene-stealing roles in TV shows like My Brother and Me, Sparks, The Parkers and The Boondocks, Whitley draws heavily on family life, Hollywood experiences and unapologetic self-reflection for her standup act. —Travis Pinson, Dallas Morning News, 6 Mar. 2026

Building roots, from the ground up, means there is a lot of soul-searching and self-reflection. —Kimberly Zapata, Parents, 3 Mar. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1644, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for self-reflection

• circumspection
• disaffection
• disconnection
• disinfection
• dorsiflexion
• imperfection
• indirection
• insurrection
• intellection
• interjection
• intersection
• introjection