introspection

noun

in·tro·spec·tion | \ˌin-trə-ˈspek-shən

Definition of introspection

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

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Other Words from introspection

introspect \ˌin-trə-ˈspekt

\ verb

introspectional \ˌin-trə-ˈspek-shnəl,

-shə-nᵊl \ adjective

introspective \ˌin-trə-ˈspek-tiv

\ adjective

introspectively adverb

introspectiveness noun

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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With a stuttering economy and a reputation for fostering jihad against its neighbors, the troubled nation needs a dose of introspection. — Sadanand Dhume, WSJ, "Will Imran Khan Turn Pakistan Into an Islamic Welfare State?," 12 July 2018 But Bourdain's support also came with a tinge of introspection. — Sean Rossman, USA TODAY, "Why Anthony Bourdain was a #MeToo champion," 8 June 2018 She is saddened that during this time of national introspection on the treatment of women in our society, allegations about her private life have been published without her permission. — Jason Hancock, Bryan Lowry And Lindsay Wise, kansascity, "Blackmail allegations put Greitens’ ability to govern, political future at grave risk | The Kansas City Star," 14 Jan. 2018 His pause for introspection was unusual and somewhat unexpected: The Rockets’ star loves nothing more than blowing off invasive questions, and his recent schedule has been a disorienting blur of Things Famous People Do. — Ben Golliver, SI.com, "From Sixth Man to MVP: James Harden Reflects on Steady Climb to NBA Mountain Top," 26 June 2018 Dunn explores density, shape, rhythm, and tempo, with scenes ranging from slow introspection to manic activity. — BostonGlobe.com, "The Ticket: What’s happening in the local arts world," 8 June 2018 So maybe — hopefully — missing the tournament has forced a necessary level of introspection and evaluation that wouldn’t have occurred if the U.S. had made its usual spirited but limited appearance. — Rich Campbell, chicagotribune.com, "Missing World Cup can't be in vain for U.S. men's national team," 13 July 2018 Mauricio Martínez, who played Emilio at the end of the New York run, possesses a tenor capable of soft introspection or ceiling-scorching power. — Daryl H. Miller, latimes.com, "Review: 'On Your Feet!,' the Gloria and Emilio Estefan story, sets rhythms in irresistible motion," 11 July 2018 Cynically considered an overtly commercial album at the time, in retrospect, Jay-Z's laid-back flow over soul samples manages to evoke a sense of authenticity and introspection. — Ira Madison Iii, GQ, "Everything Is Love Review: The Cost of a Monarchy," 19 June 2018

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