reflection

/ɹɪflˈɛkʃən/ · 3 syllables

Meaning

noun

1. a calm, lengthy, intent consideration
2. the phenomenon of a propagating wave (light or sound) being thrown back from a surface
3. expression without words
   “tears are an expression of grief”
4. a likeness in which left and right are reversed
5. the image of something as reflected by a mirror (or other reflective material)
   “he studied his reflection in the mirror”
6. (mathematics) a transformation in which the direction of one axis is reversed
7. a remark expressing careful consideration
8. the ability to reflect beams or rays

Synonyms for reflection

• contemplation
• reflexion
• rumination
• musing
• thoughtfulness
• expression
• manifestation
• mirror image
• observation
• reflectivity

Words that rhyme with reflection

• section
• projection
• connection
• direction
• correction
• infection
• protection
• complexion
• connexion
• intersection
• deflection
• selection
• collection
• detection
• election
• inflection
• objection
• rejection
• confection
• disconnection
• dissection
• erection
• flexion
• injection
• perfection
• recollection
• circumspection
• convection
• defection
• disaffection