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introspective
adjective
Inclined to examine one's own thoughts and feelings.
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The memoir becomes increasingly introspective in its final chapters.
An introspective journal entry examines why she wanted control and why the group's silence left her dissatisfied.
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introspectionnoun
Examination of one's own thoughts and feelings.
The quiet journey gave her time for introspection.
His journal combined travel notes with candid introspection.
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