The root spect means "see." Based on this knowledge, which is the most likely meaning of the word introspection?

a positive feeling about a person
a positive feeling about a person

a dislike of certain colors
a dislike of certain colors

a careful examination of an argument
a careful examination of an argument

a close look at one's thoughts

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The most likely meaning of the word "introspection" is a close look at one's thoughts. The root "spect" relates to seeing, and "intro-" suggests looking within, so introspection refers to examining one's own thoughts and feelings.