REFLECTION Synonyms: 63 Similar and Opposite Words

reflection

noun

ri-ˈflek-shən

Definition of reflection

as in remark

a briefly expressed opinion does anyone want to share their reflections on the passage we just read?

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as in scandal

a cause of shame your constant lying is a serious reflection on your character

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as in consideration

a careful weighing of the reasons for or against something after reflection, they decided to refuse the offer on the house

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Recent Examples of reflection In a brief conversation with Variety after the show, Aitken said that, broadly speaking, the installation was a reflection of the isolation and dissocations people can feel in modern society. — Jem Aswad, Variety, 18 Sep. 2026 The recognition was also a reflection of what Root sees as the strength of Widow’s Bay as a whole. — Lily Brown, PEOPLE, 18 Sep. 2026 Head to the interactive Tower Museum to learn more about how the castle defended itself against attacks, and stroll through the sprawling fairytale gardens for some quiet reflection. — Catherine Garcia, TheWeek, 17 Sep. 2026 Windows, lamps, and other light sources impact how an image appears, and reducing reflections allows viewers to maintain a clearer view of the screen. — New Atlas, 16 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for reflection

Recent Examples of Synonyms for reflection

Noun

Tarek Mueller, managing director at About You, the German online fashion retailer that Zalando acquired in July 2025, asked in his opening remarks.

— Cathrin Schaer, Footwear News, 26 Sep. 2026
But still, this felt different — as Gray himself noted in his moving introductory remarks, reflecting on growing up a few miles away from the Upper West Side.

— David Canfield, HollywoodReporter, 26 Sep. 2026

Definition of remark

Noun

The scandal surrounding the former prince Andrew has also touched his ex-wife, Sarah Ferguson.

— Lizzie Lanuza, StyleCaster, 21 Sep. 2026
At the time, Mayor Christopher Clark said that the city was $164 million in debt due to a combination of factors, including a trail of expensive scandals left by predecessor Eric Kellogg, and chronically low tax collection rates.

— A.D. Quig, Chicago Tribune, 20 Sep. 2026

Definition of scandal

Noun

The controversial budget maneuver occurs when a president submits a request to Congress to block funding so close to the end of the fiscal year that the funds can expire before Congress receives the full 45-day consideration period under the law.

— Amelia Lucas, CNBC, 26 Sep. 2026
But if these donations are purely charitable gifts, how can universities also operate admissions systems in which major donors receive preferential consideration for their children?

— Jayson Weingarten, Fortune, 26 Sep. 2026

Definition of consideration

Noun

Spokespeople for Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed's office, Ethio Telecom and Safaricom's Ethiopian subsidiary did not respond to requests for comment.

— Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 26 Sep. 2026
Elevated oil prices due to the war with Iran have contributed to rising bond yields since February, and recent comments from the Fed have led investors to anticipate continued inflation and further rate hikes.

— Kamaron McNair, CNBC, 25 Sep. 2026

Definition of comment

Noun

If deterrence is a factor in sentencing, Pattis argues that Diamantis’ disgrace is sufficient.

— Edmund H. Mahony, Hartford Courant, 14 Sep. 2026
Roger resigns in disgrace, his numerous groveling apologies go unaccepted and he is sentenced to a lifetime guest spot on The View.

— Joe Kinsey OutKick, FOXNews.com, 10 Sep. 2026

Definition of disgrace

Noun

Otherwise, every losing party would have an incentive to scour deliberations for something improper.

— Monu Bedi, Chicago Tribune, 20 Sep. 2026
Several of Desronvil's fellow jurors who have spoken publicly since the trial say that deliberations eventually yielded an 11-1 split in favor of not guilty by reason of insanity.

— ABC News, ABC News, 18 Sep. 2026