Reflect

/ɹɪˈflɛkt/ · verb

Meaning

(transitive) To bend back (light, etc.) from a surface..

Definitions by Sense

1. (transitive) To bend back (light, etc.) from a surface.
2. (intransitive) To be bent back (light, etc.) from a surface.
3. (transitive) To mirror, or show the image of something.
4. (intransitive) To be mirrored.
5. (transitive) To agree with; to closely follow.
6. (transitive) To give evidence of someone's or something's character etc.
7. (intransitive) To think seriously; to ponder or consider.

Example Sentences

A mirror reflects the light that shines on it.

The moonlight reflected from the surface of water.

The shop window reflected his image as he walked past.

His image reflected from the shop window as he walked past.

Entries in English dictionaries aim to reflect common usage.

The team's victory reflects the Captain's abilities.

The teacher's ability reflects well on the school.

The admirable smoothness of the riding also reflected the greatest credit on those who, despite the difficulties caused by the shortage of men and materials, have succeeded in maintaining the track in such first-class order.

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• reflects
• reflecting
• reflected

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