Introspection Definition

ĭntrə-spĕkshən
noun
A looking into one's own mind, feelings, etc.; observation and analysis of oneself.
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(psychology) A looking inward; specifically, the act or process of self-examination, or inspection of one's own thoughts and feelings; the cognition which the mind has of its own acts and states; self-consciousness; reflection.

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(programming, object-oriented) Short for type introspection.
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introspection
Plural:
introspections

Introspection Sentence Examples

  • Many of the subjects invoke calm and introspection.

  • As a result, adolescents may display increased introspection and self-consciousness.

  • This requires critical self introspection but is worthwhile undertaking.

  • He is full of deep, wordy introspection about his fellow team members.

  • The man seemed lost in introspection, as if delivering a soliloquy.

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