retrospect
|ret-ro-spect|
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/ˈrɛtrəˌspɛkt/
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/ˈrɛtrəʊˌspɛkt/
looking back
Etymology
Etymology Information
'retrospect' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'retrospectare,' where 'retro-' meant 'backward' and 'spectare' meant 'to look.'
Historical Evolution
'retrospectare' transformed into the English word 'retrospect' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to look back,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a review or contemplation of past events.
In retrospect, the decision seemed unwise.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:40