Meaning & Definition of Reflection in English
English⟶
Reflection
/rɪflɛkʃən/
noun
1. A calm, lengthy, intent consideration
synonym:
- contemplation,
- reflection,
- reflexion,
- rumination,
- musing,
- thoughtfulness
2. The phenomenon of a propagating wave (light or sound) being thrown back from a surface
synonym:
- reflection,
- reflexion
3. Expression without words
- "Tears are an expression of grief"
- "The pulse is a reflection of the heart's condition"
synonym:
- expression,
- manifestation,
- reflection,
- reflexion
4. A likeness in which left and right are reversed
synonym:
- mirror image,
- reflection,
- reflexion
5. The image of something as reflected by a mirror (or other reflective material)
- "He studied his reflection in the mirror"
synonym:
- reflection,
- reflexion
6. (mathematics) a transformation in which the direction of one axis is reversed
synonym:
- reflection
7. A remark expressing careful consideration
synonym:
- observation,
- reflection,
- reflexion
8. The ability to reflect beams or rays
synonym:
- reflection,
- reflexion,
- reflectivity
Examples of using
After much reflection, I decided not to accept the offer.
The dog kept barking at his reflection in the mirror.
Tom's conduct is a reflection on the way he was brought up.