Reflect: meaning, definitions and examples

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reflect

[ rɪˈflɛkt ]

^{Context #1}

in a mirror

To show an image of something in a mirror or shiny surface. To think deeply or carefully about something. To give back an image or sound.

Synonyms

contemplate, echo, manifest, mirror, reproduce

Examples of usage

The mountains were reflected in the lake.
She reflected on her past mistakes.
His words reflected his true feelings.
The painting reflected the artist's emotions.
The glass reflected the sunlight.

^{Context #2}

influence

To influence or affect someone or something. To give a good impression of something.

Synonyms

affect, impact, influence, portray, represent

Examples of usage

Her positive attitude reflects in her work.
The company's success reflects well on its employees.
His behavior reflects poorly on his upbringing.

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thoughts

An image or representation of something in a mirror or shiny surface. Serious thought or consideration.

Synonyms

contemplation, image, meditation, musing, rumination

Examples of usage

She saw her reflection in the mirror.
His reflection on the matter was insightful.
The reflection in the water was distorted.

Translations

Translations of the word "reflect" in other languages:

🇵🇹 refletir

🇮🇳 प्रतिबिंबित करना

🇩🇪 reflektieren

🇮🇩 mencerminkan

🇺🇦 відображати

🇵🇱 odzwierciedlać

🇯🇵 反映する (はんえいする)

🇫🇷 réfléchir

🇪🇸 reflejar

🇹🇷 yansıtmak

🇰🇷 반영하다

🇸🇦 يعكس

🇨🇿 odrážet

🇸🇰 odrážať

🇨🇳 反映 (fǎnyìng)

🇸🇮 odražati

🇮🇸 endurspegla

🇰🇿 шағылыстыру

🇬🇪 ასახვა

🇦🇿 əks etdirmək

🇲🇽 reflejar

Word origin

The word 'reflect' originated from the Latin word 'reflectere', which means 'to bend back'. The term has been in use since the 15th century, evolving to its current meaning of showing an image in a mirror or giving careful thought. Over the centuries, 'reflect' has become a versatile word used in various contexts to convey the idea of mirroring, contemplating, or influencing.