introspection
UK/ɪntrəʊ'spekʃ(ə)n/US/.intrәu'spekʃәn/
C2
Definitions
n.
The examination of one's own thoughts and feelings.
自省；内省；自我反思
Root Breakdown
Root-derivedintro- (inward) + spect (look) + -ion = «the act of looking inward.» Examining one's own mind.
Root sp still carries 131 more wordsCommon Collocations
- 1.quiet introspection安静的自省
- 2.period of introspection一段自省的时期
- 3.deep introspection深入的内省
Example Sentences
- 1.
A long walk gave him time for introspection.
- 2.
Too much introspection can become unhealthy.