introspective
/,introu'spektiv/
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Definition
- Adjective:
- Given to examining one's own thoughts, feelings, and sensory experiences: Characterized by or focused on the observation and analysis of one's own mental and emotional processes.
Examples of Usage
- Adjective:
- He is a quiet and introspective person, often lost in his own thoughts.
- Her poetry has an introspective quality, exploring themes of memory and identity.
- After the trip, he became more introspective about his life goals.
Advanced Usage
- "Introspective analysis": A deep, inward-looking examination of one's motives or psyche.
- The therapy session encouraged a period of introspective analysis.
- "Turn introspective": To become thoughtful and focused on one's inner self.
- In times of crisis, people often turn introspective.
Variants and Related Words
- Introspect (verb, rare): To practice introspection; to look inward.
- He would often introspect on his decisions.
- Introspection (noun): The act of looking into one's own mind, feelings, or motives.
- Her writing is a product of deep introspection.
- Introspectively (adverb): In an introspective manner.
- She gazed introspectively out the window.
Synonyms
- Contemplative: Involved in deep, serious thought.
- Reflective: Characterized by quiet thought or meditation.
- Inward-looking: Concentrated on one's own inner life.
Antonyms
- Outgoing: Friendly and socially confident.
- Extroverted: Focused on the external world and social interaction.
- Unreflective: Not given to thought or introspection.
Related Phrases
- Journey of introspection: A process of self-examination.
- The retreat was a journey of introspection for all participants.
- Period of introspection: A specific time dedicated to self-reflection.
- He took a year off for a period of introspection.
Adjective
- given to examining own sensory and perceptual experiences