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RETROSPECTIVE Synonyms

There are 6 synonyms of the word retrospective. (exact relations)
There are 10 hypernyms of the word retrospective. (close relations)

Best Alternative Words for RETROSPECTIVE

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historical
adjectiveadj
adjective

• of or relating to the study of history

• used of the study of a phenomenon (especially language) as it changes through time

adjective satellite

• having once lived or existed or taken place in the real world as distinct from being legendary

• belonging to the past; of what is important or famous in the past

introspective
adjectiveadj
adjective

• given to examining own sensory and perceptual experiences

recollective
adverb, adjectiveadv, adj
adjective

• good at remembering

reflective
adjectiveadj
adjective

• capable of physically reflecting light or sound

adjective satellite

• deeply or seriously thoughtful

• devoted to matters of the mind

retroactive
adjectiveadj
adjective

• descriptive of any event or stimulus or process that has an effect on the effects of events or stimuli or process that occurred previously

adjective satellite

• affecting things past

reminiscing
verbv
verb

• recall the past

Best Hypernyms For RETROSPECTIVE

Here is a list of related hypernyms for retrospective, these are close relations that fall within the same topic. Most relevant words are highlighted and in order.
Words (9)
analysis appraisal assessment consideration evaluation examination review study survey
Phrases (1)
art exhibition

Alternatives for HISTORICAL

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