retrospect
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /ˈrɛtrəspɛkt/
KK: /ˈrɛtrəˌspɛkt/
intransitive verb
Definition
To think about or consider past events or experiences.
Example
In retrospect, I realize that I should have taken that opportunity.
Tense Forms
Past: retrospected
Past Participle: retrospected
Conversation
You know, when I look back at our school days, I really retrospect on all the fun we had.
I feel the same way! Those were some great times.
Sometimes I wish we could go back and relive those moments.
Totally! It’s nice to retrospect and remember how carefree we were.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
reflect
reconsider
review
Antonyms
ignore
dismiss
overlook
noun
Definition
A way of thinking about or looking back at things that happened in the past.
Example
In retrospect, I realize that I should have studied harder for the exam.
Conversation
In retrospect, our trip last year was unforgettable, right?
Absolutely! I still think about all the fun we had.
Yeah, it’s interesting how memories change in retrospect too.
transitive verb
Definition
To think about or consider past events or experiences.
Example
In retrospect, I realize that I should have taken that opportunity.
Tense Forms
Past: retrospected
Past Participle: retrospected
Conversation
Have you ever thought about how much we've changed over the years?
Definitely, it’s interesting to retrospect on our past experiences.
Yeah, I find it helps me appreciate where I am now.
Root Explanation
Retrospect is formed from "retro-" (meaning backward) and "specere" (meaning to look). The word refers to looking back at past events or situations.
Memory Tip
Think of looking 'backward' ('retro-') to 'see' ('specere') what has happened in the past.
Visually Confused Words
extrospect
respect
introspect