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reflect
Part of speech: VerbTo throw back, as rays of light or heat which have struck on any substance; to give back an image of, as in a mirror; to give back as a result; as, his act reflects honor upon him; to show the effect of; as, her conduct reflects her mother's training.
Part of speech: VerbTo throw back rays of light, etc.; to give back an image; to consider in the mind; think; cast reproach; cause shame or blame; as, bad behavior in school reflects upon home training.
Usage examples "reflect":- Si'Wren thought on this, but in the end, she could only reflect that she could not bring herself to agree with Master Rababull's harsh decision. - "Si'Wren of the Patriarchs", Roland Cheney.
- Indeed, it seemed to reflect nothing whatever of humanity within. - "The Master of the World", Jules Verne.
- Just reflect a moment! - "Pretty Michal", Mór Jókai.