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 The World Series’ conclusion this week (congrats to the Milwaukee Brewers) is cause for reflection on the sport’s enduring fashion import, the ever-versatile baseball cap. — Joan Kennedy, Vogue, 30 Oct. 2026 With the passing of Walter Koenig at the age of 90 this past week, franchise luminaries of all degrees are coming out with heartfelt condolences, kind words of remembrance, and tearful reflections. — Jeff Spry, Space.com, 30 Oct. 2026 They are developed through experience, conversation, reflection, challenge, intuition, empathy and human connection. — Cellene Hoogenkamp, Forbes.com, 30 Oct. 2026 McGraw marked the milestone on Instagram with a touching tribute to Hill that included reflections on their surprise backyard wedding. — Ashlyn Robinette, PEOPLE, 30 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for reflection

Recent Examples of Synonyms for reflection

Noun

According to investigators, Cancellare had made several remarks to friends expressing a desire to harm people connected to the situation.

— Sergio Candido, CBS News, 14 Nov. 2026
This is the first time the question of linking NATO membership to territorial concessions has been raised during the talks, Zelenskyy said in remarks to reporters released by his office on Saturday.

— Reuters, NBC news, 14 Nov. 2026

Definition of remark

Noun

While there’s no sign the legislature is flipping red, the Illinois GOP hopes recent scandals involving Democratic state lawmakers will breathe new life into the party’s efforts to gain more relevance.

— Chicago Tribune, Chicago Tribune, 2 Nov. 2026
Page Six reported that Fiebig and Shue struck up a bond over their experience with the scandal.

— Alexandra Del Rosario, Los Angeles Times, 2 Nov. 2026

Definition of scandal

Noun

The House voted 211-204 on Tuesday to refer the impeachment articles to the Judiciary Committee, blocking immediate consideration of the charges without holding a vote on whether Hegseth should be impeached.

— Steve Mollman, MSNBC Newsweek, 15 Nov. 2026
As for podcast guests, most come from public relations agencies that pitch a product, service or expert for consideration.

— John Paul Senior Manager Public Affairs And Traffic Safety Aaa Northeast, Hartford Courant, 14 Nov. 2026

Definition of consideration

Noun

Seeing Mike Caruso’s name on the ballot (for Palm Beach court clerk) was a disgrace.

— Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 28 Oct. 2026
After The New York Times and The Wall Street Journal wrote stories in 2021 about the emails, Gruden resigned in disgrace as Raiders coach, walking away from about $60 million remaining on his contract and endorsement opportunities.

— Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 27 Oct. 2026

Definition of disgrace

Noun

The photos, the interviewer notes—which are often oversized, shot in stark black-and-white, with their subjects set against a blank, solid background—aren’t captioned with any identifying details.

— Naomi Fry, New Yorker, 14 Nov. 2026
Memphis’s food and hotel scenes also bring high notes to back it all up.

— Megan Spurrell, Condé Nast Traveler, 13 Nov. 2026