Reflective: meaning, definitions and examples

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reflective

[ rɪˈflɛktɪv ]

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self-awareness

Relating to or characterized by deep thought; thoughtful. Showing serious thought or consideration.

Synonyms

contemplative, meditative, pensive, thoughtful

Examples of usage

She is a reflective person who always thinks deeply before making a decision.
His reflective nature allows him to see things from different perspectives.

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light

Throwing back light, heat, or sound without absorbing it.

Synonyms

glossy, lustrous, shiny

Examples of usage

The reflective surface of the mirror bounced the light around the room.
The cat's eyes were reflective in the dark.

Translations

Translations of the word "reflective" in other languages:

🇵🇹 reflexivo

🇮🇳 परावर्तक

🇩🇪 reflektierend

🇮🇩 reflektif

🇺🇦 рефлективний

🇵🇱 refleksyjny

🇯🇵 反射的な

🇫🇷 réfléchissant

🇪🇸 reflexivo

🇹🇷 yansıtıcı

🇰🇷 반사하는

🇸🇦 انعكاسي

🇨🇿 reflexní

🇸🇰 reflexný

🇨🇳 反射的

🇸🇮 refleksiven

🇮🇸 endurskins

🇰🇿 рефлективті

🇬🇪 რეფლექსიური

🇦🇿 reflektiv

🇲🇽 reflexivo

Word origin

The word 'reflective' comes from the Latin word 'reflectere', which means 'to bend back'. It originally referred to the act of bending or throwing back light, heat, or sound. Over time, the meaning has expanded to include the concept of deep thought and self-awareness. The use of 'reflective' to describe someone who thinks deeply dates back to the 17th century.