SELF-REFLECTION Synonyms: 31 Similar Words

self-reflection

noun

ˌself-ri-ˈflek-shən

Definition of self-reflection

as in introspection

examination of one's own thoughts and feelings after some self-reflection I realized that I hadn't been honest with my partner

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Recent Examples of self-reflection The month brings focus to your friendships, finances and relationships, creating a mixed bag of growth and self-reflection. — Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 1 July 2026 That friction is an opportunity for self-reflection. — Annie Joy Williams, The Atlantic, 28 June 2026 But also very enlightening and [a] profound time of self-reflection and fear, processing and meditation. — Kimi Robinson, USA Today, 23 June 2026 Miraval has long encouraged guests to limit or even forego their use of digital devices as a way of enhancing awareness of one’s surroundings and allowing moments for self-reflection and personal growth. — Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 3 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for self-reflection

Recent Examples of Synonyms for self-reflection

Noun

Leaders with curiosity who ask deeper questions, seek new perspectives and pause for introspection will be in great demand.

— Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 23 July 2026
Then came Lyrics for Sanity and The Sunrise Project, on which Songer reached new levels of poetic introspection.

— Sam Davies, Rolling Stone, 20 July 2026

Definition of introspection

Noun

While resilience was the catchphrase of the first quarter among bank CEOs, the latest blowout quarter may be prompting a bit of soul-searching.

— Diane Brady, Fortune, 16 July 2026
But defeat left Koeman looking powerless and the Netherlands in need of new energy and new ideas as thoughts turn to the upcoming UEFA Nations League campaign and an increasingly familiar period of soul-searching for Dutch football.

— Amelie Claydon, New York Times, 30 June 2026

Definition of soul-searching

Noun

Prior to the age of 40, your annual OB-GYN exam and regular self-examination is the baseline for screening for anything suspicious; after the age of 40, an annual mammogram is recommended for additional imaging.

— Nicole Pajer, PEOPLE, 28 July 2026
When creating the novel, Akil was inspired by the collective interest in self-examination and the interior self.

— Dominique Fluker, Forbes.com, 29 June 2026

Definition of self-examination

Noun

The gallery, which connects the Apollo Rotunda and the Salon Carré, will serve as a space for strolling and contemplation within the museum, according to the release.

— Megan Fahrney, ABC News, 22 July 2026
May talked about her gender but also what sounded like contemplations of self-harm.

— Jo Yurcaba, NBC news, 18 July 2026