REFLECTION Synonyms
There are 16 hypernyms of the word reflection. (close relations)
Definition of REFLECTION
Best Alternative Words for REFLECTION
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| reflexion | ||||||||
noun • the phenomenon of a propagating wave (light or sound) being thrown back from a surface • expression without words • a remark expressing careful consideration • a calm, lengthy, intent consideration • the ability to reflect beams or rays • a likeness in which left and right are reversed • the image of something as reflected by a mirror (or other reflective material) | ||||||||
| contemplation | nounn | |||||||
noun • a long and thoughtful observation • a calm, lengthy, intent consideration | ||||||||
| expression | nounn | |||||||
noun • the feelings expressed on a person's face • expression without words • the communication (in speech or writing) of your beliefs or opinions • a word or phrase that particular people use in particular situations • the style of expressing yourself • a group of symbols that make a mathematical statement • (genetics) the process of expressing a gene • a group of words that form a constituent of a sentence and are considered as a single unit • the act of forcing something out by squeezing or pressing | ||||||||
| manifestation | nounn | |||||||
noun • a clear appearance • a manifest indication of the existence or presence or nature of some person or thing • an appearance in bodily form (as of a disembodied spirit) • expression without words • a public display of group feelings (usually of a political nature) | ||||||||
| musing | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
noun • a calm, lengthy, intent consideration adjective satellite • deeply or seriously thoughtful | ||||||||
| observation | nounn | |||||||
noun • the act of making and recording a measurement • the act of observing; taking a patient look • a remark expressing careful consideration • facts learned by observing • the act of noticing or paying attention | ||||||||
| reflectivity | nounn | |||||||
noun • the fraction of radiant energy that is reflected from a surface • the ability to reflect beams or rays • the capability of quiet thought or contemplation | ||||||||
| rumination | nounn | |||||||
noun • a calm, lengthy, intent consideration • (of ruminants) chewing (the cud) • regurgitation of small amounts of food; seen in some infants after feeding | ||||||||
| thoughtfulness | nounn | |||||||
noun • a calm, lengthy, intent consideration • kind and considerate regard for others • the trait of thinking carefully before acting • a considerate and thoughtful act | ||||||||
| mirror image | nounn | |||||||
noun • a likeness in which left and right are reversed | ||||||||
