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 Later, Mars trines Neptune in your 8th House, making deeper reflection feel more intuitive than analytical. — Tarot.com, Hartford Courant, 2 Oct. 2026 As such, the narratives constructed by mainstream media outlets are not mere reflections of events but active tools of persuasion. — Literary Hub, 2 Oct. 2026 But, a look beneath the surface shows that three-quarters of the index was actually lower — a possible reflection of a broken market. — Sarah Min, CNBC, 2 Oct. 2026 After three months of mandatory surgeries, dental work, starvation, and squats, the contestants see their reflections for the first time during a dramatic onscreen reveal. — Jolene Edgar, Allure, 2 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for reflection

Recent Examples of Synonyms for reflection

Noun

With his remarks, Maher joins a list of celebrities including Florence Pugh, Mariska Hargitay, Hudson Williams, Josh Gad and more who have used their platforms to condemn the case in recent weeks.

— Payton Turkeltaub, Variety, 11 Oct. 2026
Magen Dodge brought a gender discrimination complaint against former police Chief Robert White in 2019, alleging that the police chief made sexist remarks.

— Shelly Bradbury, Denver Post, 10 Oct. 2026

Definition of remark

Noun

Bolsonaro will likely lean into his messaging on affordability and link the president to corruption scandals.

— Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 5 Oct. 2026
Season 2 of the Ryan Murphy series will see the lawyers of Grant, Ronson & Greene back for another season of scandals, secrets, and stilettos.

— Rosy Cordero, Deadline, 5 Oct. 2026

Definition of scandal

Noun

Building teams capable of supporting those priorities adds another consideration to compensation decisions.

— Sheryl Estrada, Fortune, 9 Oct. 2026
Water Cooler won Best Documentary Short at Palm Springs International ShortFest 2026, qualifying the film for Oscar consideration.

— Matthew Carey, Deadline, 9 Oct. 2026

Definition of consideration

Noun

But Scott was mercifully lifted for Evan Phillips, who recorded the final out of the game to save the Dodgers from disgrace.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 3 Oct. 2026
And that’s despite his cancer diagnosis, Andrew’s disgrace, and the unpredictable return of Harry & Meghan.

— Ashley Baker, Air Mail, 3 Oct. 2026

Definition of disgrace

Noun

Often, Shawn would stand in the doorway of his bedroom and watch the stranger eat off a tray balanced on his lap, arranging each mouthful of food on his spoon with great deliberation before bringing it to his mouth.

— Rachel Heng, New Yorker, 4 Oct. 2026
The jury acquitted Duran after more than two hours of deliberations on Thursday afternoon.

— Deena Zaru, ABC News, 1 Oct. 2026

Definition of deliberation

Noun

The original clear stain was later painted a light green, then a dark green, then blue and is now back to green.

— Marissa Gluck, Los Angeles Times, 6 Oct. 2026
Whitening mouthwashes with hydrogen peroxide or carbamide peroxide can lift surface stains gradually, though prolonged use may lead to tooth sensitivity.

— Hanna Wickes, Sacbee.com, 5 Oct. 2026