reflection meaning and definition

REFLECTION noun

Definition of reflection (noun)

1. a calm, lengthy, intent consideration
   • synonyms: contemplation, musing, reflexion, rumination, thoughtfulness
2. the phenomenon of a propagating wave (light or sound) being thrown back from a surface
   • synonyms: reflexion
3. expression without words
   • "tears are an expression of grief"; "the pulse is a reflection of the heart's condition"
   • synonyms: expression, manifestation, reflexion
4. a likeness in which left and right are reversed
   • synonyms: mirror image, reflexion
5. the image of something as reflected by a mirror (or other reflective material)
   • "he studied his reflection in the mirror"
   • synonyms: reflexion
6. (mathematics) a transformation in which the direction of one axis is reversed
7. a remark expressing careful consideration
   • synonyms: observation, reflexion
8. the ability to reflect beams or rays
   • synonyms: reflectivity, reflexion