Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
hindsight
noun
/ˈhaɪn.saɪt/
Definition
The understanding of a situation or event only after it has happened.
Examples
- In hindsight, I should have prepared more for the exam.
- She realized, in hindsight, that her decision was flawed.
- Many decisions are easier to evaluate in hindsight.
Meaning
Hindsight refers to the ability to understand something only after it has occurred, often highlighting the clarity one gains from looking back.
Synonyms
- reconsideration
- retrospect
- afterthought
