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

Yom Kippur, which is coming on Monday, is the most solemn time on the Jewish calendar, is a day of introspection, self-examination, self-evaluation, and self-reflection. — Marc Schneier, New York Daily News, 18 Sep. 2026

Your reinvention era is about self-reflection and radical acceptance. — Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 15 Sep. 2026

As the moon harmonizes with Chiron, self-mastery lies in self-reflection. — Usa Today, USA Today, 9 Sep. 2026

Whether the loss of Jason Arday has prompted any self-reflection for a notoriously ruthless industry remains to be seen, but the headlines about the Sussexes’ move back to Britain have been — so far — surprisingly lukewarm. — Lily Ford, HollywoodReporter, 1 Sep. 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