Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

retroject

verb

/ˈrɛtrədʒɛkt/

Definition

To project backwards, especially in reference to the analysis of past events or data.

Examples

Researchers often retroject the findings of their current studies to understand historical trends.
In therapy, it can help a person to retroject their feelings and recognize past influences on their behavior.

Meaning

Retroject is often used in psychological or scientific contexts to describe the act of extending conclusions or observations about a subject into the past.