introspect

[in-truh-spekt]

verb (used without object)

1. to practice introspection; consider one's own internal state or feelings.

verb (used with object)

1. to look into or examine (one's own mind, feelings, etc.).

introspect

/ ˌɪntrəˈspɛkt /

verb

1. (intr) to examine and analyse one's own thoughts and feelings

Other Word Forms

• introspectable adjective
• introspectible adjective
• introspection noun
• introspective adjective
• introspector noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of introspect¹

First recorded in 1675–85; back formation from introspection

Example Sentences

It’s got a strong thematic heart and introspects about self-acceptance and fandom with greater competence than many, many films and people I’ve met.

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"Muslims should introspect why there's a sense of shortcomings within the community."

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It also offers me a place to step back and introspect, minus the pressure of having answers.

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In the early days, it was me just getting letters from people asking for stuff, me introspecting.

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More than most cartoon characters, these experience a range of emotions — BMO will claim to have no feelings, right before expressing them — and introspect, not always accurately.

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