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 Don’t let his goofy nature fool you, though; Morman’s standing within the changing media landscape is a reflection of hard work. — Nathan Lately, Time, 14 July 2026 The third is that in the case of Norway, its success is mostly a reflection of its oil wealth. — Nicholas D. Kristof, Mercury News, 14 July 2026 Mulaney’s headlining set centered on stories about life with wife Olivia Munn and their two children, Malcolm and Mei, mixing family anecdotes with reflections on his hometown. — Spin Staff, SPIN, 13 July 2026 So many of the characters themselves are in a state of reflection, meditating on the wide swaths of time that are behind them. — Sky Davis, Christian Science Monitor, 13 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for reflection

Recent Examples of Synonyms for reflection

Noun

The remarks to foreign diplomats triggered an immediate reaction from Goldman Sachs, which replaced its call for an imminent 25-basis point hike with a decision to hold steady at next Thursday’s meeting.

— Tiisetso Motsoeneng, semafor.com, 13 July 2026
Hawkish remarks from a Fed official also contributed to the move higher in bond yields and the pressure on stocks.

— Jeff Marks, CNBC, 13 July 2026

Definition of remark

Noun

The legislature banned most gifts from lobbyists to lawmakers and other state officials 20 years ago in response to scandals involving former House Speaker Jim Black, a Matthews Democrat.

— Charlotte Observer, Charlotte Observer, 15 July 2026
The commission was established in 2016 by the county Board of Supervisors after a jail abuse scandal that sent multiple sheriff’s deputies to prison, and was meant to provide civilian oversight of the department.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 14 July 2026

Definition of scandal

Noun

As with consideration of any new medication, understanding implications, both good and bad, short-term and long-term, need to be fully discussed with any patient and treating physician.

— Nina Shapiro, Forbes.com, 18 July 2026
The report also recommends greater consideration of human influences beyond greenhouse gases, specifically listing aerosols, irrigation, and land-use changes.

— ArsTechnica, ArsTechnica, 17 July 2026

Definition of consideration

Noun

And that made his recent comments about former Blue Jays coach Don Mattingly especially noteworthy, as his departure for the Philadelphia Phillies has raised questions about whether the Blue Jays batting order can succeed without him.

— Peter Chawaga, Forbes.com, 18 July 2026
Spokespersons for Paxton’s campaign and office and the Texas Tech system did not immediately return requests for comment.

— Eleanor Dearman, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 18 July 2026

Definition of comment

Noun

The character’s remorse and disgrace become a pivotal part of the movie’s third act, which ends almost entirely differently than Homer’s nearly 3,000-year-old tome.

— Patrick Ryan, USA Today, 18 July 2026
Then, there was Switzerland’s striker Breel Embolo, who was sent off in disgrace for diving, just when his team had Argentina on the run in the quarterfinal.

— Anthony Lane, New Yorker, 17 July 2026

Definition of disgrace

Noun

Numerical targets can create pressure to prioritize volume over deliberation, making oversight all the more essential.

— Orlando Sentinel, The Orlando Sentinel, 17 July 2026
After less than three hours of deliberation, the jury handed down the death penalty.

— Fort Worth Star-Telegram, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 16 July 2026

Definition of deliberation

Noun

Analysts from Goldman Sachs estimated in a note last week that enough Mideast pipeline capacity will likely be added to insulate over 45% of pre-war Gulf exports by the end of next year.

— Jason Ma, Fortune, 19 July 2026
Summer is coming to a close, so end it on a high note with a gorgeous gel manicure.

— Odeya Pinkus, InStyle, 19 July 2026

Definition of note

Noun

And some tree fruits, such as mulberries and cherries, can leave stains on siding, roofs, and decks that are difficult to remove.

— Viveka Neveln, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 July 2026
Remove Mold Stains From Painted Walls Kill mold spores and lighten moldy stains by spraying the area with undiluted hydrogen peroxide.

— Mary Marlowe Leverette, The Spruce, 14 July 2026