1. a review or consideration of past events or situations
Usage: often used in the phrase ‘in retrospect’

Examples

• In retrospect, I should have studied harder for the exam.
• The decision seemed wise in retrospect.
• Looking back in retrospect, the warning signs were obvious.
• She viewed her college years with fond retrospect.
• In retrospect, the investment was a mistake.
• The retrospect of his career revealed many achievements.
• With the benefit of retrospect, we can see what went wrong.