Aug 16, 2007

Introspect (Word of the day, 2007/8/15)

BY Rebecca Chou

Introspect
Verb
v.i. / v.t.
look into one's own thoughts and feelings to find out their real meaning, the reasons for them, etc.
ex)We are different from animals because we can introspect our own thoughts and behaviors.

introspection
Noun:
ex) Through introspection, we may find out our values of living.

introspectiv
Adjective:
ex) Don't be too introspective about yourself or you will think it's all your fault.

Other familiar words
aspect = appearance (n.)
inspect= examine (v.)
inspection (n.)
respect (v. / n.)
respectively= individually (adv.)
respectable income (adj.)
respecting to= regarding

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