Definitions

1. noun

Something that reflects light, sound, or heat, or an object that reflects a person’s character, actions, or opinions.

“The mirror acted as a reflector, reflecting the sunlight into the dark room.”

2. noun

A device that reflects radio waves, such as a parabolic reflector used in a satellite dish.

“The satellite dish uses a large reflector to capture and receive radio signals from space.”

3. noun

A person or thing that reflects a particular quality, especially in a way that is not genuine or sincere.

“The politician was accused of being a reflector of the people’s opinions, rather than a leader who set his own agenda.”

4. verb

To direct or cause something, especially light or radio waves, to bounce back or be reflected.

“The engineer had to reflect the laser beam using a mirror to hit the target.”

5. verb

To make someone or something appear to be what they are not, or to give a false impression.

“The actor was accused of reflecting a false image of himself in his public persona.”