Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
retrospective-review
noun
ˌrɛtrəˈspɛktɪv rɪˈvjuː
Definition
A thorough evaluation or assessment of past events, experiences, or work, often conducted to improve future practices.
Examples
- A retrospective review of the project revealed several areas for improvement.
- The committee conducted a retrospective review to evaluate the impact of their previous policies.
- Through a retrospective review, we gained insights into our team’s performance over the last fiscal year.
Meaning
The term refers to looking back at previous activities or performances to analyze and understand their effectiveness and impact.
Synonyms
- Retrospective analysis
- Historical review
- Post-event assessment