introspective
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trəˈspɛk adjective
characterized by introspection, the act or process of looking into oneself.
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introspection (ˌɪntrəˈspɛkʃən) ![[Click for IPA pronunciation guide]](http://static.sfdict.com/dictstatic/g/d/dictionary_questionbutton_default.gif) | |
| —n | |
| the examination of one's own thoughts, impressions, and feelings, esp for long periods | |
| [C17: from Latin intrōspicere to look within, from | |
| intro'spectional | |
| —adj | |
| intro'spective | |
| —adj | |
| intro'spectionist | |
| —n | |
| intro'spectively | |
| —adv | |
| intro'spectiveness | |
| —n | |
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Introspective
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Example sentences
The music in this stage of its evolution is inclined to be contemplative and introspective.
During the introspective, achingly beautiful fourth movement, an audience member's cellphone loudly rang.
The work is strong, often introspective, and the artistic expression of the inmates often moves those who see it.
Instead, they exude a humble, introspective star quality.
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