26984 words

reflect

6 definitions • 9 examples
1
If a surface reflects light, heat, sound, or an image, it sends the light, etc. back and does not absorb it:

Examples:

He saw himself reflected in the water/mirror/shop window.
The light reflected off the surface of the water.
2
to show, express, or be a sign of something:

Examples:

The statistics reflect a change in people's spending habits.
3

Examples:

The manager demanded time to reflect (on what to do).
[ + that ] She reflected that this was probably the last time she would see him.
4
to send back light, heat, energy, or sound from a surface:

Examples:

[ T ] Light-colored clothing reflects the sun’s heat rather than absorbing it.
[ I ] Moonlight reflected off the surface of the lake.
5
to show, express, or be a sign of something:

Examples:

His blank face reflected his boredom.
6
to think carefully:

Examples:

She felt she needed time to reflect on what to do next.

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