Meaning & Definition of word "Retrospect"
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Retrospect
/ˈrɛtrəˌspɛkt/
noun:
- 1. A survey or review of past events or a person's past.
- Example: In retrospect, I wish I had taken that job opportunity.
- 2. The action of looking back on or thinking about past events.
- Example: The exhibit is a retrospect of the artist's career.
verb:
- 1. To think about or consider past events.
- Example: Retrospecting on my childhood, I realize how carefree my life was.
Etymology
Late 19th century from Latin 'retro' meaning 'back' and 'spectare' meaning 'to look'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
in retrospect:
looking back at past events with new knowledge
hindsight is 20/20:
it is easy to see things clearly after they have happened
with the benefit of hindsight:
considering past events with current knowledge
Related Words
reflection:
the act of thinking deeply or carefully about something.
recollection:
the action of remembering something.
retrospection:
the act of looking back on or thinking about past events.
Slang Meanings of retrospect
Meaning: can refer to looking back fondly on something.
Example Sentence: He had a good retrospect about his college life.
Meaning: to refer to nostalgic reflection.
Example Sentence: That movie gives me such a strong retrospect feeling.