retrospection
Translation
retrospection, act of looking back
Examples
A moment of quiet retrospection can be very useful.
A moment of quiet retrospection can be very useful.
Grammar Patterns
((noun)) the action of looking back on or reviewing past events A moment of quiet retrospection can be useful.
Similar Words
Synonyms: reflection, contemplation, reminiscence
Etymology
From `retrospect` + `-ion`, a suffix forming nouns of action. It means 'the act of looking back'.
Memory Tips
The `-ion` ending signifies the *action* or *process* of doing something, like in 'action' or 'creation'.