RETROSPECT
/ˈɹɛtɹoˌspɛkt/
10 letters · 3 syllables · noun, verb
Definition of RETROSPECT
Consideration of past times.
To look or refer back to; to reflect on.
"1800: Alexander Hamilton, Letter from Alexander Hamilton, Concerning the Public Conduct and Character of John Adams, Esq. President of the United States - To give a correct idea of the circumstances.., it may be useful to retrospect to an early period."
Examples of RETROSPECT in a Sentence
- "1800: Alexander Hamilton, Letter from Alexander Hamilton, Concerning the Public Conduct and Character of John Adams, Esq. President of the United States - To give a correct idea of the circumstances.., it may be useful to retrospect to an early period."
Word Details
Is RETROSPECT a Scrabble Word?
Yes, RETROSPECT is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: RETROSPECT uses 10 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for RETROSPECT
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | r | e | t | r | o | s | p | e | c | t | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 14 |
| WWF | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 16 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in RETROSPECT
100 words from the letters in RETROSPECT
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How to Use RETROSPECT in Word Games
RETROSPECT is worth 14 points in Scrabble and 16 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
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