Retrospection and Retention

Retrospection

Retrospection noun - A usually critical look at a past event.

Retention and retrospection are semantically related. in ability to hold in the mind topic. In some cases you can use "Retention" instead a noun "Retrospection".

Nearby Words: retrospect, retrospective

Retention

Retention noun - The act of retaining something.
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Synonyms for Retention

Retrospection and retention are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Retrospection" instead a noun "Retention".

Nearby Word: retentive
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