reflective
Americanadjective
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that reflects; reflecting.
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of or relating to reflection.
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cast by reflection.
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given to, marked by, or concerned with meditation or deliberation.
a reflective person.
- Synonyms:
- thoughtful, contemplative
adjective
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characterized by quiet thought or contemplation
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capable of reflecting
a reflective surface
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produced by reflection
Related Words
See pensive.
Other Word Forms
- antireflective adjective
- antireflectively adverb
- antireflectiveness noun
- nonreflective adjective
- nonreflectively adverb
- nonreflectiveness noun
- overreflective adjective
- overreflectively adverb
- overreflectiveness noun
- reflectively adverb
- reflectiveness noun
- reflectivity noun
- self-reflective adjective
Etymology
Origin of reflective
Example Sentences
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In a year crowded with overwhelming headlines, the moment of the papal election felt slow, solemn and reflective.
“Make no mistake: this is a program-defining change and is reflective of our long-term commitment to the pursuit of championships.”
From Los Angeles Times
“I think we all feel that way at the end of the year — sort of reflective, but also optimistic.”
From Los Angeles Times
During her stop by ABC she was in a reflective mood, noting that she “never intended to run for leadership” and only stepped up after congressional losses in the ’90s.
From Salon
There are 44 registered Sign Language Interpreters in Northern Ireland, however, she said this is not reflective of the number of working interpreters.
From BBC
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