Definitions for introspection
ˌɪn trəˈspɛk ʃənin·tro·spec·tion

Princeton's WordNetRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. introspection, self-contemplation, self-examinationnoun

   the contemplation of your own thoughts and desires and conduct

WiktionaryRate this definition:4.3 / 3 votes

1. introspectionnoun

   A looking inward; specifically, the act or process of self-examination, or inspection of one's own thoughts and feelings; the cognition which the mind has of its own acts and states; self-consciousness; reflection.

Samuel Johnson's DictionaryRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. Introspectionnoun

   A view of the inside.

   Etymology: from introspect.

   The actings of the mind or imagination itself, by way of reflection or introspection of themselves, are discernible by man. Matthew Hale, Origin of Mankind.

   I was forced to make an introspection into my own mind, and into that idea of beauty which I have formed in my own imagination. Dryden.

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1. introspection

   Introspection is the process of examining and analyzing one's own thoughts, feelings, and mental state from a first-person perspective. It involves self-observation and self-reflection, enabling awareness and understanding of one's inner processes, experiences and behaviors.

Webster DictionaryRate this definition:4.0 / 1 vote

1. Introspectionnoun

   a view of the inside or interior; a looking inward; specifically, the act or process of self-examination, or inspection of one's own thoughts and feelings; the cognition which the mind has of its own acts and states; self-consciousness; reflection

2. Etymology: [Cf. F. introspection.]

WikidataRate this definition:4.5 / 2 votes

1. Introspection

   Introspection is examination of one's own conscious thoughts and feelings. In psychology the process of introspection relies exclusively on observation of one's mental state, while in a spiritual context it may refer to the examination of one's soul. Introspection is closely related to human self-reflection and is contrasted with external observation. Introspection generally provides a privileged access to our own mental states, not mediated by other sources of knowledge, so that individual experience of the mind is unique. Introspection can determine any number of mental states including: sensory, bodily, cognitive, emotional and so forth. Introspection has been a subject of philosophical discussion for thousands of years. The philosopher Plato asked, "…why should we not calmly and patiently review our own thoughts, and thoroughly examine and see what these appearances in us really are?" While introspection is applicable to many facets of philosophical thought it is perhaps best known for its role in epistemology. In this context introspection is often compared with perception, reason, memory, and testimony as a source of knowledge.

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Numerology

1. Chaldean Numerology

   The numerical value of introspection in Chaldean Numerology is: 1

2. Pythagorean Numerology

   The numerical value of introspection in Pythagorean Numerology is: 6

Examples of introspection in a Sentence

1. Kamala Bhasin:

   I think it is time for some introspection over what has changed in the last two years, laws have become better, there is greater public consciousness but we need to do much more in terms of addressing the question of why men are doing this and what can be done to stop them behaving like this.

2. Oscar Auliq-Ice:

   Poetry often encourages readers to pause and contemplate the human condition, morality, and the world around them. It prompts introspection and deep thinking, fostering intellectual and emotional growth.

3. Meghan Markle:

   I would like to see more honesty and introspection in journalists who have repeated some of these tropes about Meghan Markle, and a willingness to at least look at the fact that her treatment has been different.

4. Jackson Mthembu:

   We need to have a serious introspection.

5. Steve Krakauer:

   Having enough introspection and humility to step back and say, ‘I'm a journalist, and my audience doesn't trust me,’ would actually go a long way toward recovery. So often the response from the press is to look for reasons the audience distrusts them as some version of the audience's fault – as if it couldn't possibly be earned distrust, but the truth is, with more sources than ever, the establishment press needs to work harder than ever to maintain and grow their audience, and give the readers and viewers a reason to turn the trust factor around.

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References

1. ^ Princeton's WordNet
   http://wordnetweb.princeton.edu/perl/webwn?s=introspection
2. ^ Wiktionary
   https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Introspection
3. ^ Samuel Johnson's Dictionary
   https://johnsonsdictionaryonline.com/views/search.php?term=introspection
4. ^ ChatGPT
   https://chat.openai.com
5. ^ Webster Dictionary
   https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/introspection
6. ^ Wikidata
   https://www.wikidata.org/w/index.php?search=introspection