introspect

/ˈɪntrəsˌpekt/

Definitions

1. verb

to examine one’s own thoughts and feelings, especially with a view to self-improvement or understanding a particular problem or situation

“She spent hours introspecting about her past mistakes.”

2. noun

the act of examining one’s own thoughts and feelings, especially with a view to self-improvement or understanding a particular problem or situation

“Her introspect about the incident led her to make amends.”

Synonyms

  • examine
  • meditate
  • self-reflect

Antonyms

  • denounce
  • externalize