B2nounpsychologyscience
US/rɪˈflek.ʃən/
UK/rɪˈflek.ʃən/
an image you see in a mirror or water; also careful thought about something
In context
She looked at her reflection in the shop window.
After some reflection, I decided to stay at my current job.
The rise in crime is a reflection of high unemployment.
Words that go with reflection
noun + preposition
- on reflectionOn reflection, I think you were right.
- a reflection ofYour writing is a reflection of how you think.
- reflection inThe mountains made a perfect reflection in the lake.
- time for reflectionThe holiday gave me time for reflection.
adjective + noun
- careful reflectionThe decision needs careful reflection.
noun + noun
- self-reflectionKeeping a diary encourages self-reflection.