All introspective synonyms
in·tro·spec·tive
I i adj introspective
- reflective — that reflects; reflecting.
- thoughtful — showing consideration for others; considerate.
- subjective — existing in the mind; belonging to the thinking subject rather than to the object of thought (opposed to objective).
- inner-directed — guided by internalized values rather than external pressures.
adjective introspective
- self-examination — examination into one's own state, conduct, motives, etc.
- self-absorbed — preoccupied with one's thoughts, interests, etc.
- contemplative — Someone who is contemplative thinks deeply, or is thinking in a serious and calm way.
- inward-looking — person
- brooding — Brooding is used to describe an atmosphere or feeling that makes you feel anxious or slightly afraid.
- solipsistic — of or characterized by solipsism, or the theory that only the self exists, or can be proved to exist: Her treatment philosophy dealt with madness as a complete, self-contained, solipsistic world that sane people are not able to enter.
- lost in thought — Being preoccupied with one's thoughts rather than paying attention to reality.
- meditative — given to, characterized by, or indicative of meditation; contemplative.
- soul-searching — the act or process of close and penetrating analysis of oneself, to determine one's true motives and sentiments.