Meaning of the word retrospect in English

What does retrospect mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

retrospect

US /ˈret.rə.spekt/
UK /ˈret.rə.spekt/

Noun

a survey or review of a past course of events or period of time

Example:
In retrospect, I should have taken that job offer.
The documentary provided a fascinating retrospect of the 1960s.

Verb

to look back on or review a past course of events or period of time

Example:
It's important to retrospect on your mistakes to learn from them.
The team decided to retrospect on their project's performance.