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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
/ ɪˈڱɛ /
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
- intrusually foll byon to think, meditate, or ponder
Other 51Թ Forms
- ·ڱ·· adverb
- ·ڱ··Ա noun
- ·ڱ····ٲ [ri-flek-t, uh, -, bil, -i-tee], noun
- ·ڱ·· adjective
- ·ٱ··ڱ verb
- ··ڱ· verb
- ԴDz··ڱ· adjective
- ɱ-·ڱ· adjective
51Թ History and Origins
51Թ History and Origins
Origin of reflect1
Synonym Study
Example Sentences
The doll features the Los Angeles Lakers basketball player in his pre-game fashion and reflects his height - it's an inch taller than the standard Ken doll.
He insisted, however, that his tariff announcement was one that had to be made, and that any economic disruptions reflected a sickness that had been allowed to fester in the American economy.
This reflects an entrenched cultural, moral and political belief that it is possible to retire with abundant savings — you just have to learn how to be strategic, budget wisely, save diligently and invest prudently.
Sounding in despair, he also reflected on how Passover was approaching with the traditional Seder meal.
Clocking in at approximately 40 minutes, “Slow Magic” offers an eclectic ride, reflecting Bridges’ diverse influences — spanning from Captain Beefheart and Motown to the Beatles, Moondog, the Rolling Stones and Dylan.
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