REFLECTION

/ɹɪˈflɛkʃən/

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R(1) E(1) F(4) L(1) E(1) C(3) T(1) I(1) O(1) N(1)

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Definition

/ɹɪˈflɛkʃən/

noun

The act of reflecting or the state of being reflected.
The property of a propagated wave being thrown back from a surface (such as a mirror).
Something, such as an image, that is reflected.
“The dog barked at his own reflection in the mirror.”
Careful thought or consideration.
“After careful reflection, I have decided not to vote for that proposition.”
An implied criticism.
“It is a reflection on his character that he never came back to see them.”