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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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Message In the Music has empowering themes on Hip Hop, such as the benefits of using music and Hip Hop as a teaching tool, and how music is a great resource for self-reflection. Lynnette Nicholas, Essence, 21 Nov. 2025 This whole fraternity-Hall-of-Fame thing, however, led to a lot of self-reflection. Théoden Janes, Charlotte Observer, 19 Nov. 2025 So, a little self-reflection and criticism isn't a sign of the ship sailing away from that goal this season. Scott Thompson, FOXNews.com, 18 Nov. 2025 The moon’s clash with Mercury inspires self-reflection (and self-criticism)! Usa Today, USA Today, 13 Nov. 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 1 Dec. 2025.

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