ref
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Third Person
reflects
Present Participle
reflecting
Past Tense
reflected
Past Participle
reflected
1
to contemplate or think deeply about something for insight or understanding
- She reflects on her achievements every evening.
- After the incident, he reflected on his actions and apologized.
- If faced with a dilemma, he will reflect on the best course of action.
- If given constructive feedback, students could reflect on their academic performance.
- People would make better decisions if they took time to reflect on their choices.
2
(of a surface) to redirect or bounce back heat, light, or sound without absorbing it
- The mirror reflected the sunlight, brightening up the room.
- The sound waves hit the canyon walls and reflected back, creating echoes.
- The windows were designed to reflect heat away from the building, keeping it cool in summer.
- The glasses had a special coating to reflect harmful UV rays, protecting the wearer's eyes.
- The acoustic panels in the concert hall were strategically placed to reflect sound waves towards the audience, enhancing the listening experience.
Synonyms:
3
to show a particular quality, characteristic, or emotion
- His speech reflected the concerns of the community.
- The mirror reflects her image clearly.
- Their music reflects the traditions of their culture.
- The painting reflected the artist’s emotions.
- Her actions reflect her kindness and compassion towards others.
4
to throw or bend back (from a surface)
Synonyms:
5
give evidence of the quality of
6
give evidence of a certain behavior
7
show an image of