Definitions

1. noun

The state or process of thinking carefully about something, especially your own thoughts or feelings.

“She took time for reflection before making a decision.”

2. noun

A mirrored surface, especially of glass or water, that reflects light or images.

“The lake’s calm surface provided a perfect reflection of the surrounding trees.”

3. noun

A repeated or re-echoed sound, especially a faint one.

“The echo of the shot was barely a reflection in the stillness of the forest.”

4. verb

To think carefully about something, especially your own thoughts or feelings.

“She spent the evening reflecting on her day and what she had accomplished.”

5. verb

To throw back or send back, especially a sound or a light.

“The sun’s rays reflected off the shiny surface of the car.”

6. verb

To represent or show an image or a likeness, especially in a mirror or on a surface.

“The painting reflected the beauty of the sunset.”

7. noun

A part of something that is repeated or mirrored, especially in a pattern or design.

“The symmetry of the building’s design featured a perfect reflection of its entrance.”