Definition of Reflect
Reflect
re·flect


Definition/Meaning
(verb)
to exhibit as an image, or to mirror;

e.g. The large, white clouds reflected in the clear pond.

(verb)
to show as a result of something, or to make apparent;

e.g. Her painting reflects her artistic vision about even ordinary objects.

(verb)
to think deeply and carefully about; to ponder;

e.g. Everyday she took a few minutes to just reflect on what she was thankful for.

(verb)
to bring credit, reproach or discredit to some situation or something;

e.g. The incident reflects badly on the entire school district.



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  • "The more credit you give, the better it reflects on you." -- Gail Hirschorn Evans

  • "There are two ways of spreading light; to be the candle or the mirror that reflects it." -- Edith Wharton



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