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hindsight

noun

/ˈhaɪndsaɪt/

Meaning

Understanding of a situation only after it has happened.

With the benefit of hindsight, we realized the decision was a mistake.

in hindsight

retrospection, review, reappraisal, afterthought

foresight, anticipation, prediction

with hindsight, in hindsight, benefit of hindsight, hindsight perspective

A person's sense of self-importance or self-esteem.

A meal or the food eaten during a meal.

A formal pronouncement, authoritative statement, or maxim.

Ability to work successfully; feasibility.

Lack of harmony among musical notes or a tension or clash resulting from the combination of two dish...

a person who keeps watch, especially a soldier or police officer; a device worn or fitted to prevent...