reflection
(noun)
noun
1. a calm, lengthy, intent consideration
Similar word(s): contemplation, musing, reflexion, rumination, thoughtfulness
Definition categories: thought, consideration
2. the phenomenon of a propagating wave (light or sound) being thrown back from a surface
Similar word(s): reflexion
Definition categories: phenomenon
3. expression without words
- the pulse is a reflection of the heart's condition
Similar word(s): expression, manifestation, reflexion
Definition categories: communication, demo, demonstration
4. a likeness in which left and right are reversed
Similar word(s): reflexion
Definition categories: attribute, alikeness, likeness, similitude
5. the image of something as reflected by a mirror (or other reflective material)
- he studied his reflection in the mirror
Similar word(s): reflexion
Definition categories: man–made, icon, ikon, image, picture
6. (mathematics) a transformation in which the direction of one axis is reversed
Definition categories: link, transformation
7. a remark expressing careful consideration
Similar word(s): observation, reflexion
Definition categories: communication, comment, input, remark
8. the ability to reflect beams or rays
Similar word(s): reflectivity, reflexion
Definition categories: attribute
Sentences with reflection as a noun:
- The dog barked at his own reflection in the mirror.
- After careful reflection, I have decided not to vote for that proposition.
- It is a reflection on his character that he never wavered in his resolve.