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Introspective

Inˊtro-spec′tive

,
Adj.
[Cf. F.
introspectif
.]
1.
Inspecting within; seeing inwardly; capable of, or exercising, inspection; self-conscious.
2.
Involving the act or results of conscious knowledge of physical phenomena; – contrasted with
associational
.
J. S. Mill.

Definition 2024


introspective

introspective

English

Adjective

introspective (comparative more introspective, superlative most introspective)

  1. Examining one's own perceptions and sensory experiences; contemplative or thoughtful about oneself.

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References

  • introspective in The Century Dictionary, The Century Co., New York, 1911
  • introspective in Webster’s Revised Unabridged Dictionary, G. & C. Merriam, 1913

French

Adjective

introspective

  1. feminine singular of introspectif