reflective
[ ri-flek-tiv ]
/ rɪˈflɛk tɪv /
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adjective
that reflects; reflecting.
of or relating to reflection.
cast by reflection.
given to, marked by, or concerned with meditation or deliberation: a reflective person.
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4. See pensive.
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reflective
/ (rɪˈflɛktɪv) /
adjective
characterized by quiet thought or contemplation
capable of reflectinga reflective surface
produced by reflection
Derived forms of reflective
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Medical definitions for reflective
reflective
[ rĭ-flĕk′tĭv ]
adj.
Of, relating to, produced by, or resulting from reflection.
Capable of or producing reflection.
Characterized by or given to meditation or contemplation; thoughtful.
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