hindsight
|hind-sight|
B2
/ˈhaɪndˌsaɪt/
understanding after the fact
Etymology
Etymology Information
'hindsight' originates from the combination of 'hind' meaning 'back' and 'sight' meaning 'vision'.
Historical Evolution
'hindsight' evolved from the older term 'hindsighte' in Middle English, eventually becoming the modern English word 'hindsight'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred to the ability to see what is behind, but over time it evolved into its current meaning of understanding events after they have occurred.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
understanding of a situation or event only after it has happened or developed.
In hindsight, it was a mistake to invest in that company.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35