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introspective

UK/ɪntrə'spektɪv/US/.intrәu'spektiv/
TOEFLGREC2

Definitions

adj.

Inclined to examine one's own thoughts and feelings.

内省的;好反思的

Root Breakdown

Root-derived
introspectinward, within
+
-ivelook, observe, watch
=introspective

introspect + -ive = tending to look inward.

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    He grew quiet and introspective.

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