English Explanatory Dictionary

hindsight is 20/20

English dictionary entry

Meanings

proverb
  1. In hindsight things are obvious that were not obvious from the outset; one is able to evaluate past choices more clearly than at the time of the choice.

Word forms

hindsight is 20/20

Etymology

From the term 20/20 referring to normal visual acuity.

Related words

twenty-twenty hindsight it is easy to be wise after the event Monday-morning quarterback
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