self-reflective

adjective

self-re·​flec·​tive ˌself-ri-ˈflek-tiv How to pronounce self-reflective (audio)
: marked by or engaging in self-reflection

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The self-reflective tone marks a thematic shift for a band whose debut radiated a cool irony, pulling emotional punches in favor of observations centered around mid-20s delusion. Sophie Williams, Billboard, 10 Oct. 2025 Beckham’s ability in the fifth decade of her life to be honest and self-reflective is compelling. Aramide Tinubu, Variety, 8 Oct. 2025 Yet through Bob, Anderson finds his way into this story in a way that feels self-reflective and in conversation with a whole generation of coulda been revolutionaries. Richard Newby, HollywoodReporter, 30 Sep. 2025 This year, the festival’s glow is even more self-reflective than usual: some of its best offerings were made just a short jaunt from where they’ll be screened. Richard Brody, New Yorker, 26 Sep. 2025 Each of the seven tracks stands on its own merit as a self-reflective tale of vulnerability and longing. Jae-Ha Kim, Rolling Stone, 10 Sep. 2025 Not only does the AI need to do this in terms of what the user is saying, but the AI needs to be self-reflective as well. Lance Eliot, Forbes.com, 1 Sep. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1670, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of self-reflective was in 1670

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“Self-reflective.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/self-reflective. Accessed 22 Oct. 2025.

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