retrospect
REHT-ruh-spehkt
Retrospect (noun) means a look back at, or consideration of, past events. Example: “In retrospect, taking that job was the best decision she ever made.”
noun
1
A look back at, or consideration of, past events.
"In retrospect, taking that job was the best decision she ever made."
How to use retrospect
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishLooking back on something after it has happened, often with hindsight.
Common pairings
in retrospect
on retrospect
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Word forms
- Plural
- retrospects
- Third person singular
- retrospects
- Past tense
- retrospected
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Etymology
From Latin retrospicere, "to look back at."
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What does “retrospect” mean?
The word “retrospect” means a look back at, or consideration of, past events. In plain terms, looking back on something after it has happened, often with hindsight.
How do you pronounce “retrospect”?
“Retrospect” is pronounced REHT-ruh-spehkt (/ˈɹɛtɹəˌspɛkt/ in IPA).
How do you use “retrospect” in a sentence?
Here is “retrospect” used in a sentence: “In retrospect, taking that job was the best decision she ever made.”
What part of speech is “retrospect”?
“Retrospect” is a noun.
Where does the word “retrospect” come from?
The word “retrospect” comes from Latin. From Latin retrospicere, "to look back at.".
Is “retrospect” a common word?
“Retrospect” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the B1 level.
