retrospective
|ret/ro/spec/tive|
/ˌrɛtrəˈspɛktɪv/
looking back
Etymology
'retrospective' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'retrospectare,' where 'retro-' meant 'backward' and 'spectare' meant 'to look.'
'retrospectare' transformed into the French word 'rétrospectif,' and eventually became the modern English word 'retrospective' through Middle English.
Initially, it meant 'to look back,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'looking back on or dealing with past events or situations.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
an exhibition or compilation showing the development of an artist's work over a period of time.
The gallery's retrospective of the painter's work was a huge success.
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Adjective 1
looking back on or dealing with past events or situations.
The museum is holding a retrospective exhibition of the artist's work.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:40