retrospect -
The act of reflecting on or considering past actions, experiences, or situations.
In retrospect, I realize that taking that job was one of the best decisions I ever made, even though it seemed risky at the time.
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fixation -
An obsessive interest in or feeling about someone or something.
He had a fixation on perfection, which made it hard for him to finish projects.
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reclusive -
Preferring to live in isolation and avoiding contact with others, often due to personal preference or a desire for privacy.
Many people described the artist as reclusive, rarely attending gallery openings or social events despite his fame.
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prissy -
Fussily and excessively respectable
At dinner, Mary's new suitor was subject to her prissy aunt Maggie, who barely acknowledged him.
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repressed -
Describing memories or feelings that have been pushed out of conscious awareness due to trauma or stress.
He had repressed memories of his childhood, unable to recall the events that had deeply affected him.
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unassuming -
Not wanting to draw attention to yourself or to your abilities or status.ng time.
Even though Bill had a successful online business, his quiet, modest, and unassuming attitude made people think that he was not really successful.
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bashful -
Reluctant to draw attention to oneself; shy
Mark could never be a salesman because of his bashful personality.
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austere -
Strictly simple and plain without decoration
The Amish have an austere and simple lifestyle, but it doesn't negatively affect their inner warmth and communal joy.
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pretentious -
Trying to appear more important or clever than you are
During the annual meeting, the CEO gave a long-winded pretentious speech that talked about unrealistic goals, and most people were bored and even fell asleep.
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stringent -
Demanding high standards: Requiring strict attention to detail or high levels of accuracy.
The school has stringent rules about attendance and behavior.
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diversion -
Something that distracts attention from something else, sometimes done for fun or relaxation.
Reading or listening to music is a great diversion when you're feeling stressed.
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chintzy -
Stingy and not willing to spend money, or cheap material
Brad was so chintzy when it came to spending money for clothes, that he hadn't bought a new shirt or pants for 10 years.
