REFLECTING Synonyms
There are 15 hypernyms of the word reflecting. (close relations)
Definition of REFLECTING
Best Alternative Words for REFLECTING
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bouncing | verb, adjectivev, adj | |||||||
noun • rebounding from an impact (or series of impacts) adjective satellite • vigorously healthy • marked by lively action | ||||||||
casting | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
noun • object formed by a mold • the act of creating something by casting it in a mold • the act of throwing a fishing line out over the water by means of a rod and reel • the choice of actors to play particular roles in a play or movie | ||||||||
echoing | verb, adjectivev, adj | |||||||
adjective satellite • (of sounds) repeating by reflection | ||||||||
flashing | verb, noun, adjectivev, n, adj | |||||||
noun • a short vivid experience • sheet metal shaped and attached to a roof for strength and weatherproofing | ||||||||
imaging | verb, noun, adjectivev, n, adj | |||||||
noun • the ability to form mental images of things or events • (medicine) obtaining pictures of the interior of the body | ||||||||
reverberating | adjectiveadj | |||||||
adjective satellite • characterized by resonance | ||||||||
shining | verb, adjectivev, adj | |||||||
noun • the work of making something smooth and shiny by rubbing or waxing it adjective satellite • marked by exceptional merit • made smooth and bright by or as if by rubbing; reflecting a sheen or glow • reflecting light | ||||||||
mirroring | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
verb • Of an event, activity, behaviour, etc, to be identical to, to be a copy of. • To create something identical to (a web site, etc.). • To reflect, as in a mirror. noun • A reflection or inversion. | ||||||||
refracting | verb, adjectivev, adj | |||||||
verb • subject to refraction • determine the refracting power of (a lens) | ||||||||
throwing | verb, adjectivev, adj | |||||||
noun • the act of throwing (propelling something with a rapid movement of the arm and wrist) • a single chance or instance • the maximum movement available to a pivoted or reciprocating piece by a cam • bedclothes consisting of a lightweight cloth covering (an afghan or bedspread) that is casually thrown over something • casting an object in order to determine an outcome randomly verb • propel through the air • move violently, energetically, or carelessly • to remove • place or put with great energy • convey or communicate; of a smile, a look, a physical gesture • cause to go on or to be engaged or set in operation • put or send forth • to put into a state or activity hastily, suddenly, or carelessly • cause to be confused emotionally • utter with force; utter vehemently • organize or be responsible for • make on a potter's wheel • cause to fall off • throw (a die) out onto a flat surface • be confusing or perplexing to; cause to be unable to think clearly | ||||||||
contemplate | verbv | |||||||
verb • look at thoughtfully; observe deep in thought • consider as a possibility • think intently and at length, as for spiritual purposes • reflect deeply on a subject | ||||||||
excogitate | verbv | |||||||
verb • come up with (an idea, plan, explanation, theory, or principle) after a mental effort • reflect deeply on a subject | ||||||||
meditate | verbv | |||||||
verb • reflect deeply on a subject • think intently and at length, as for spiritual purposes | ||||||||
mull | verbv | |||||||
noun • an island in western Scotland in the Inner Hebrides • a term used in Scottish names of promontories verb • reflect deeply on a subject • heat with sugar and spices to make a hot drink | ||||||||
muse | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
noun • the source of an artist's inspiration • in ancient Greek mythology any of 9 daughters of Zeus and Mnemosyne; protector of an art or science verb • reflect deeply on a subject | ||||||||
ponder | verbv | |||||||
verb • reflect deeply on a subject | ||||||||
reverberate | verbv | |||||||
verb • ring or echo with sound • have a long or continuing effect • be reflected as heat, sound, or light or shock waves • to throw or bend back (from a surface) • spring back; spring away from an impact • treat, process, heat, melt, or refine in a reverberatory furnace | ||||||||
ruminate | verbv | |||||||
verb • chew the cuds • reflect deeply on a subject | ||||||||
shine | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
noun • the quality of being bright and sending out rays of light verb • be bright by reflecting or casting light • emit light; be bright, as of the sun or a light • be shiny, as if wet • be distinguished or eminent • be clear and obvious • have a complexion with a strong bright color, such as red or pink • throw or flash the light of (a lamp) • touch or seem as if touching visually or audibly • experience a feeling of well-being or happiness, as from good health or an intense emotion • make (a surface) shine | ||||||||
speculate | verbv | |||||||
verb • to believe especially on uncertain or tentative grounds • talk over conjecturally, or review in an idle or casual way and with an element of doubt or without sufficient reason to reach a conclusion • reflect deeply on a subject • invest at a risk | ||||||||