🔮reflection

noun
/rɪˈflɛkʃən/

Meaning

the image of something in a mirror or water, or serious thought about something
the image of something in a mirror or on any reflective surface; serious thought or consideration
Serious thought or consideration about something.

Example Sentences

She saw her reflection in the glass window.

She saw her reflection in the water and started thinking deeply.

The reflection of the past filled his heart with sadness.

Example Expressions

a moment of reflection

Synonyms

image, likeness, contemplation, thought, consideration, mirror image, meditation
Entry 1
image, likeness, contemplation, thought, consideration
Entry 2
mirror image, contemplation, thought, consideration
Entry 3
contemplation, meditation, thought, consideration

Antonyms

reality, neglect, disregard, substance, impulsiveness, thoughtlessness, distraction
Entry 1
reality, neglect, disregard
Entry 2
reality, substance, impulsiveness, thoughtlessness
Entry 3
distraction, thoughtlessness

Collocations

reflection in the mirror, reflection of light, reflection on life, mirror reflection, deep reflection
Entry 1
reflection in the mirror, reflection of light, reflection on life
Entry 2
mirror reflection, deep reflection, reflection on life

More Example Sentences

Dietary habits are a reflection of a culture's history and geography.

Related Vocabularies

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