reflection
1 antonym for reflection — opposites grouped by meaning.
Noun — An image or copy of something formed by light bouncing off a surface.
Synonyms by Meaning
1. noun
An image or copy of something formed by light bouncing off a surface.
“The still pond gave a perfect reflection of the mountains.”
image
mirror image
contemplation
meditation
musing
consideration
observation
expression
manifestation
rumination
reflexion
reflectivity
2. noun
Careful thought or consideration.
“On reflection, I think we should have asked for more help.”
Opposites
Antonyms
How to use reflection
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
reflection in the mirror
on reflection
a reflection of society
Etymology
From Late Latin reflexio, from reflectere ("to bend back"). Spelling later influenced by "reflect."
Full origin of reflection →Frequently asked questions
What does “reflection” mean?
The word “reflection” means an image or copy of something formed by light bouncing off a surface. In plain terms, a mirrored image, deep thought, or a sign that reveals something about a situation.
How do you pronounce “reflection”?
“Reflection” is pronounced rih-FLEHK-shuhn (/ɹɪˈflɛkʃən/ in IPA).
How do you use “reflection” in a sentence?
Here is “reflection” used in a sentence: “She caught her reflection in the shop window.”
What part of speech is “reflection”?
“Reflection” is a noun.
Where does the word “reflection” come from?
The word “reflection” comes from Late Latin. From Late Latin reflexio, from reflectere ("to bend back"). Spelling later influenced by "reflect.".
Is “reflection” a common word?
“Reflection” is a fairly common word in modern English, usually learned at around the B1 level.
How many meanings does “reflection” have?
“Reflection” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: an image or copy of something formed by light bouncing off a surface.
What is the difference between reflection and refraction?
Reflection is when light bounces off a surface to form an image, as in a mirror. Refraction is when light bends as it passes from one material into another, such as from air into water.
What is the difference between reflection and contemplation?
Both involve careful thought. Reflection often means looking back on experiences or ideas to gain understanding, while contemplation suggests deep, sustained, sometimes meditative thinking about a subject.
What preposition goes with reflection?
In the thinking sense, reflection is usually followed by on or upon, as in reflection on the past. In the light sense, we speak of a reflection in a mirror or in water.
