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introspective

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in·tro·spect  (ntr-spkt, ntr-spkt)
intr.v. in·tro·spect·ed, in·tro·spect·ing, in·tro·spects
To engage in introspection.
[Latin intrspicere, intrspect-, to look into : intr-, within; see en in Indo-European roots + specere, to look at; see spek- in Indo-European roots.]
intro·spective adj.
intro·spective·ly adv.
intro·spective·ness n.
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Adj.1.introspective - given to examining own sensory and perceptual experiences
introverted, self-examining
extrospective, extroverted - not introspective; examining what is outside yourself
introspective
adjective inward-looking, introverted, brooding, contemplative, meditative, subjective, pensive, inner-directed I'm very introspective and shy; terribly so.
Translations
introspective [ˌɪntrəʊˈspektɪv] ADJ → introspectivo
introspective [ˌɪntrəˈspɛktɪv] adj → introspectif/ive
introspective
adj person → selbstbeobachtend, introspektiv (geh); novel, remarks → introspektiv
introspective [ˌɪntrəʊˈspɛktɪv] adj → introspettivo/a
introspective [ˌɪntrəʊˈspɛktɪv] adj → introspettivo/a


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However, they are young people of the introspective modern type, with a new theory for everything.
The Quest of the Golden Girl by le Gallienne, Richard View in context
We were, in truth, nearly always together, and being of an introspective turn of mind I often endeavored to analyze and define the novel feeling with which she inspired me--a secret, subtle, but powerful attraction which constantly impelled me to seek her; but the attempt was hopeless.
Can Such Things Be? by Bierce, Ambrose View in context
`I think so,' murmured the Provincial Mayor; and, knitting his brows, he lapsed into an introspective state, his lips moving as one who repeats mystic words.
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