reflect

🇺🇸 /rɪˈflekt/ 🇬🇧 /rɪˈflekt/
Frequency
Difficulty
Tags TOP3000Oxford3000CEFR-B2
verb
B1

to show an image of someone or something on a surface like a mirror or water

The calm lake reflects the mountains and sky perfectly.

B1

to bounce back light, heat, or sound from a surface

White surfaces reflect more light than dark ones.

B1

to show or represent something's nature or someone's feelings

The new policy will reflect the company's commitment to sustainability.

B2

to think deeply about something

Take time to reflect on your experiences and learn from them.

translation

v. to show an image of someone or something on a surface like a mirror or water; to bounce back light, heat, or sound from a surface; to show or represent something's nature or someone's feelings; to think deeply about something

Word Forms

3rd Present reflects
Past reflected
Perfect reflected
Progressive reflecting