1
as in thoughtful
given to or marked by long, quiet thinking
one of the twins was outgoing and talkative while the other was withdrawn and reflective
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as in indicative
indicating something
this new policy is reflective of the company's desire to improve customer relations
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Recent Examples of reflective
In the 1960s, MIT professor Joseph Weizenbaum created a program called Eliza that emulated a therapist with simple, reflective responses.
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Neil J. Rubenking, PC Magazine, 2 May 2025
In her final conversation with Cynthia (Hendricks), Reid somewhat pushed her adoptive mother away, which Reid says was reflective of her disappointment over the trial.
—Jackie Strause, HollywoodReporter, 1 May 2025
The image was taken in Marbella in Spain, and is reflective of European café culture, the tradition of socializing, dining and working in cafés which dates back to the 17th century and can often involve the consumption of alcohol and cigarettes.
—Mohammed Soliman, MSNBC Newsweek, 28 Apr. 2025
The liquid metal effect is achieved through designs that often feature shiny, reflective materials, such as sequins, metallic fabrics and innovative draping techniques, to mimic the fluidity and sheen of liquid metal, offering a futuristic aesthetic.
—Renan Botelho, Footwear News, 26 Apr. 2025
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Neil J. Rubenking, PC Magazine, 2 May 2025
In her final conversation with Cynthia (Hendricks), Reid somewhat pushed her adoptive mother away, which Reid says was reflective of her disappointment over the trial.
—Jackie Strause, HollywoodReporter, 1 May 2025
The image was taken in Marbella in Spain, and is reflective of European café culture, the tradition of socializing, dining and working in cafés which dates back to the 17th century and can often involve the consumption of alcohol and cigarettes.
—Mohammed Soliman, MSNBC Newsweek, 28 Apr. 2025
The liquid metal effect is achieved through designs that often feature shiny, reflective materials, such as sequins, metallic fabrics and innovative draping techniques, to mimic the fluidity and sheen of liquid metal, offering a futuristic aesthetic.
—Renan Botelho, Footwear News, 26 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for reflective
Adjective
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Practice, Practice, Practice One of the ways that the greats prepare themselves for the biggest moments is through thoughtful preparation.—
Karl Moore,
Forbes.com,
17 May 2025
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Tesfaye’s bold and electric presence onstage and onscreen is an intriguing counterpoint to the thoughtful and soft-spoken man who sits for a chat about his movie.—
Brian Truitt,
USA Today,
17 May 2025
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Low early approval ratings are indicative of midterm losses for the president's party.—
Khaleda Rahman,
MSNBC Newsweek,
8 May 2025
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Experts say the outbreaks of vaccine-preventable illnesses, like measles and whooping cough, could be indicative of changing attitudes toward vaccines.—
Alix Martichoux,
The Hill,
6 May 2025
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At this point, armed with insights about labor, the commodity, and the money-form, the reader may be shedding any melancholy incomprehension—but can’t yet have arrived at angry lucidity.—
Benjamin Kunkel,
Harpers Magazine,
28 Mar. 2025
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The lyrical content of Vernon’s records have long been marked with a tinge of turmoil, and his tendency towards heavy introspection has, at times, cornered him into a trope of a melancholy, lovesick songwriter.—
Leah Lu,
Rolling Stone,
7 Apr. 2025
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In Cannes’ main competition, the film promises Laxe’s signature contemplative style and visually immersive landscapes.—
Jamie Lang,
Variety,
15 May 2025
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Taking the red pill means accepting that your entrepreneurial ambitions aren't just contemplative thoughts but legitimate callings worth pursuing.—
Isabelita Castilho,
Forbes.com,
14 May 2025
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“Reflective.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/reflective. Accessed 22 May. 2025.
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