French Meaning of reflection

réflexion

Other French words related to réflexion

Definitions and Meaning of reflection in English

Wordnet

reflection (n)

a calm, lengthy, intent consideration

the phenomenon of a propagating wave (light or sound) being thrown back from a surface

expression without words

a likeness in which left and right are reversed

the image of something as reflected by a mirror (or other reflective material)

(mathematics) a transformation in which the direction of one axis is reversed

a remark expressing careful consideration

the ability to reflect beams or rays

Webster

reflection (n.)

The act of reflecting, or turning or sending back, or the state of being reflected.

The return of rays, beams, sound, or the like, from a surface. See Angle of reflection, below.

The reverting of the mind to that which has already occupied it; continued consideration; meditation; contemplation; hence, also, that operation or power of the mind by which it is conscious of its own acts or states; the capacity for judging rationally, especially in view of a moral rule or standard.

Shining; brightness, as of the sun.

That which is produced by reflection.

An image given back from a reflecting surface; a reflected counterpart.

A part reflected, or turned back, at an angle; as, the reflection of a membrane.

Result of meditation; thought or opinion after attentive consideration or contemplation; especially, thoughts suggested by truth.

Censure; reproach cast.

The transference of an excitement from one nerve fiber to another by means of the nerve cells, as in reflex action. See Reflex action, under Reflex.

FAQs About the word reflection

réflexion

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