in·tro·spec·tive

[in-truh-spek-tiv]
adjective
characterized by introspection, the act or process of looking into oneself.

in·tro·spec·tive·ly, adverb
in·tro·spec·tive·ness, noun
non·in·tro·spec·tive, adjective
non·in·tro·spec·tive·ly, adverb
non·in·tro·spec·tive·ness, noun
un·in·tro·spec·tive, adjective
un·in·tro·spec·tive·ly, adverb
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introspection (ˌɪntrəˈspɛkʃən) [Click for IPA pronunciation guide]
 
n
the examination of one's own thoughts, impressions, and feelings, esp for long periods
 
[C17: from Latin intrōspicere to look within, from intro- + specere to look]
 
intro'spectional
 
adj
 
intro'spective
 
adj
 
intro'spectionist
 
n
 
intro'spectively
 
adv
 
intro'spectiveness
 
n

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Word Origin & History

introspective
1820, from L. introspect-, pp. stem of introspicere "to look into, look at," from intro- "inward" + specere "to look at" (see scope (1)) + -ive.
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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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