retrospection
Translation
retrospection, hindsight, reflection
Examples
In retrospection, I should have acted differently.
In retrospect, I should have acted differently.
A moment of quiet retrospection can be helpful.
A moment of quiet retrospection can be helpful.
Grammar Patterns
in retrospection looking back on a past event In retrospection, the decision was correct.
Similar Words
Synonyms: hindsight, reflection, recollection; Antonyms: foresight, anticipation
Etymology
From Latin 'retro-' (backwards) + 'specere' (to look at). Literally 'looking backwards'.
Memory Tips
Think of 'retro specs' (old-style glasses) to 'look' back at the past.