retrospect
/ˈretrəspekt/
CEFR level C1Topic ThinkingWord #5443 in the learning path
回顾；回想
Definitions
n. Consideration of past events, often with a changed understanding.
回顾；回想
Example
In retrospect, packing extra socks was a brilliant idea.
现在回想起来，多带几双袜子真是个好主意。
In retrospect, investing earlier in public transport could have prevented many of the city's current traffic problems.
回过头看，如果早点投资公共交通，本可以避免这座城市目前的许多交通问题。
Collocations
- in retrospect
- only in retrospect
Word family
- retrospective (adj.)
- retrospectively (adv.)
Synonyms
- hindsight
Usage tip
通常用于固定短语in retrospect，表示事后回想。
FAQ
- What does retrospect mean?
- Consideration of past events, often with a changed understanding.
- How is retrospect pronounced?
- UK /ˈretrəspekt/, US /ˈretrəspekt/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
