introspection — the examination or observation of one's own mental and emotional processes
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: the examination or observation of one's own mental and emotional processes
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˌɪntrəˈspekʃən/
Example Sentences
- After binge-watching 20 episodes in one day, some serious introspection was needed about his life choices.
- Her introspection revealed that she was happiest when helping others.
- The meditation retreat provided the perfect environment for introspection and self-discovery.
introspection
NOUN[/ˌɪntrəˈspekʃən/]
the examination or observation of one's own mental and emotional processes
While the noisy party continued outside the glass door, the quiet man spent the evening in deep introspection, writing in his diary.
INTRO(inside) + SPECT(look) — putting down the telescope, the astronomer began a quiet moment of introspection.
The famous detective stopped searching for clues and spent a quiet moment in introspection.
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🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin introspicere, meaning 'to look into' or 'to examine within.' The word literally describes the act of looking inward at one's own thoughts and feelings.
Breakdown
intro- (inward/within) + spect- (to look/see) + -ion (noun suffix indicating action or process)
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📝Examples
“After binge-watching 20 episodes in one day, some serious introspection was needed about his life choices.”
“Her introspection revealed that she was happiest when helping others.”
“The meditation retreat provided the perfect environment for introspection and self-discovery.”
“His New Year's resolution involved more introspection and less social media scrolling.”
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