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reflection

/rɪˈflɛkʃən/

Translations

reflectionnoun

reflections

/rɪˈflɛkʃən/

The reflection in the mirror was clear.

Отражение в зеркале было четким.

After some reflection, she decided to take the job.

После некоторых размышлений она решила принять работу.

Additional translations

Synonyms

mirror image

reflectionadjective

/rɪˈflɛk.ʃən/

Used attributively before another noun to denote relation to reflected light, sound, etc. (e.g., "reflection symmetry", "reflection coefficient").

reflectionnoun

The throwing back by a body or surface of light, heat, or sound without absorbing it.

Reflection of sound from the walls can cause an echo in the hall.

An image seen in a mirror or shiny surface.

She checked her reflection in the mirror before leaving the house.

A thought, idea, or opinion formed or a remark made as a result of meditation.

His reflection on the day's events led to a new understanding of the situation.

Careful thought about something, sometimes over a long period of time.

After much reflection, she decided to accept the job offer.

A mathematical transformation that produces a mirror image of a figure across a line, plane, or point.

A reflection across the y-axis maps (x, y) to (−x, y).

Something that reveals, represents, or is a sign of a particular situation, quality, or attitude.

The low voter turnout is a reflection of public disenchantment with politics.

reflectionadjective

Relating to or resulting from the phenomenon of reflection.

Scientists measured the reflection intensity with a reflection sensor.