Meaning & Definition
verb
Past tense of mirror; to reflect or show an image.
The lake mirrored the beautiful sunset, creating a stunning scene.
To resemble closely; to represent or reflect in a way that closely corresponds.
The new law mirrored the previous one, maintaining many of the same provisions.
To make a copy or likeness of something.
The artist mirrored the famous painting with her own interpretation.
adjective
Having a reflective surface; capable of reflecting light.
The mirrored walls of the room made it seem much larger than it actually was.
Etymology
Derived from the word 'mirror' with the past participle suffix '-ed'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
mirror image:
An exact copy or reflection of something.
to mirror someone's feelings:
To empathize or reflect someone's emotions.
Slang Meanings
To copy someone or something closely.
He's just mirrored what others did without adding his own flair.
To imitate someone's style or actions.
She mirrored the way her favorite influencer dresses.