reflection

reflection
/rI'flekSFn/ noun
1 (C) an image reflected in a mirror or similar surface: We looked at our reflections in the lake.
2 (C, U) careful thought, or an idea or opinion based on this: A moment's reflection will show the stupidity of this argument.
(+ on): It was interesting to hear her reflections on the situation in the Far East. | on reflection (=used to say that you have thought more about something, and changed your opinion): At first I thought her ideas were crazy, but on reflection, I realize there was some truth in what she said.
3 (C) something that shows the effects of, or is a sign of, a particular situation
(+ of): The rising crime rate is a reflection of an unstable society. | His speech was an accurate reflection of the public mood.
4 be a reflection on to show someone's character, abilities, work etc in an unfavourable way: The students bad grades are no reflection on the teachers, but they do say something about the tests.
5 (U) the fact of light, heat, sound or an image being reflected

Longman dictionary of contemporary English. 2004.

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