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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: manifestto 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.
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.
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
/ rɪˈflɛkt /
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
to think, meditate, or ponder
Other Word Forms
- reflectedly adverb
- reflectedness noun
- reflectibility noun
- reflectible adjective
- interreflect verb
- misreflect verb
- nonreflected adjective
- well-reflected adjective
Word History and Origins
Word History and Origins
Origin of reflect1
Synonym Study
Example Sentences
"Your conduct reflected poorly on the NFL and has no place in our game."
The protests began over anger with repeated water and power cuts, then escalated to reflect wider dissatisfaction with Rajoelina's government over high unemployment, corruption, and the cost-of-living crisis.
Elsbeth creator Jonathan Tolins says the script was always planned to be bold, and though real life intersected in uncanny ways, the episode wasn’t rewritten to reflect it.
“This $15 billion investment reflects our deep commitment to our hometown—advancing AI innovation, creating jobs, and helping companies and our communities thrive in this incredible new era,” Chief Executive Marc Benioff said.
“Even though industrial production was still sluggish in the third quarter of 2025, the performance reflects the contribution from improved customer contract signings since the first quarter of 2024,” the company said.
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