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reflect
[ri-flekt]
verb (used with object)
to cast back (light, heat, sound, etc.) from a surface.
The mirror reflected the light onto the wall.
to give back or show an image of; mirror.
(of an act or its result) to serve to cast or bring (credit, discredit, etc.) on its performer.
to reproduce; show.
followers reflecting the views of the leader.
Synonyms:to throw or cast back; cause to return or rebound.
Her bitterness reflects gloom on all her family.
verb (used without object)
to be turned or cast back, as light.
Synonyms: ,to cast back light, heat, etc.
to be reflected or mirrored.
to give back or show an image.
to think, ponder, or meditate.
to reflect on one's virtues and faults.
Synonyms: , , , , , , , ,to serve or tend to bring reproach or discredit by association.
His crimes reflected on the whole community.
to serve to give a particular aspect or impression.
The test reflects well on your abilities.
reflect
/ °łÉŖĖ“Ś±ōÉ°ģ³Ł /
verb
to undergo or cause to undergo a process in which light, other electromagnetic radiation, sound, particles, etc, are thrown back after impinging on a surface
(of a mirror, etc) to form an image of (something) by reflection
(tr) to show or express
his tactics reflect his desire for power
(tr) to bring as a consequence
the success of the project reflected great credit on all the staff
(intr; foll by on or upon) to cause to be regarded in a specified way
her behaviour reflects well on her
(intr; foll by on or upon) to cast dishonour, discredit, etc (on)
his conduct reflects on his parents
to think, meditate, or ponder
Other 51³Ō¹Ļ Forms
- reflectedly adverb
- reflectedness noun
- reflectibility noun
- reflectible adjective
- interreflect verb
- misreflect verb
- nonreflected adjective
- well-reflected adjective
51³Ō¹Ļ History and Origins
51³Ō¹Ļ History and Origins
Origin of reflect1
Synonym Study
Example Sentences
We reconnected this spring and Lundes reflected again on his difficult past and remarkable transformation.
In āMaterialists,ā she builds on that query, creating her own thematic universe where movies made by adults, for adults, have problems that actually reflect the adult experience.
He clarifies what it means for democratic government to reflect the will of the people, specifying four criteria: Inclusion on an equal basis, meaningful choice, consequential deliberation, and impact on policy.
Tiago says he often visits the makeshift memorial wall at the foot of the tower to "reflect and remember".
Organisers described it as a "time to reflect, to cry, to laugh and to find comfort in one another - and in his family - as we remember the light Othniel brought to all of our lives".
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