Reflective
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ɹɪˈflɛktɪv/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Reflective is an adjective meaning That reflects, or redirects back to the source.
Meaning
That reflects, or redirects back to the source.
More Meanings
- Pondering, especially thinking back on the past.
- That reveals or shows; revealing; indicative of.
- (programming) Involving reflection.
- (programming) By means of reflection.
- (grammar) Reciprocal.
Example Sentences
Mirrors are reflective.
He always becomes reflective in preparation for the new year.
In JIT compilation, the running program is reflectively modified by an embedded compiler, which only uses two reflective operations […]
In any event, the incident, and the media attention it attracted, highlights the sensitivity of language politics in Singapore and is reflective of the fact that this sensitivity extends to campus life.
Synonyms for reflective
Depending on context, synonyms include pensive, musing, thoughtful, contemplative, ruminative, brooding.
Antonyms for reflective
Common opposites include nonreflecting, nonreflective.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include reflecting, specular, mirrorlike, intellectual, thoughtful, contemplative.
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