extrospective
Definition
- Adjective: Not introspective; examining what is outside yourself. It describes a focus on external objects, events, or other people, rather than on one's own internal thoughts and feelings.
Usage
The word "extrospective" is a formal, psychological, or philosophical term. It is used to describe a mode of observation, thought, or analysis that is directed outward. It is the opposite of "introspective." * It is most commonly used to modify nouns like "analysis," "view," "approach," "method," or "tendency." * Example: Her research took an extrospective approach, focusing on community behaviors rather than individual psychology.
Examples
Advanced Usage
- In Psychology: Used to contrast with introspection, the examination of one's own conscious thoughts and feelings. An extrospective method would involve observing and measuring external behaviors.
- The behaviorist paradigm is fundamentally extrospective, rejecting introspection as unscientific.
Variants and Related Words
- Extrospection (noun): The act or practice of examining what is outside oneself.
- His work is characterized by a relentless extrospection of societal structures.
Synonyms
- Outward-looking: Having an interest in or concern with external matters.
- External: Belonging to or forming the outer surface or structure.
- Objective: (In this context) Not influenced by personal feelings or opinions; considering only facts.
Antonyms
- Introspective: Characterized by examination of one's own thoughts and feelings.
- Inward-looking: Concentrating on one's own internal affairs or concerns.
Adjective
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not introspective; examining what is outside yourself
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