Synonyms for

Reflect

Verb / rɪˈflekt / Another word for reflect — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

To think deeply or carefully about something.

Synonyms & similar words

speculate shine reverberate thinkover muse ruminate excogitate mullover ponder chewover meditate contemplate mull contemplate ponder meditate consider deliberate ruminate cogitate review assess evaluate analyze examine inspect scrutinize study regard observe

Synonyms by register

Formal

contemplate ponder muse deliberate

Informal

think about consider mull over chew on

Literary

ruminate cogitate reverberate

Antonyms

ignore disregard neglect overlook dismiss reject

Common collocations

  • reflect on
  • reflect upon
  • reflect deeply
  • reflect honestly
  • reflect the changes
  • reflect the mood
  • reflect the light

Word family

noun reflection
verb reflect
adjective reflective

Usage note

When referring to thinking, 'reflect on' or 'reflect upon' are common. 'Reflect' can also mean to show or be a sign of something, as in 'The data reflects the trend'.

Example sentences

  1. I like to reflect on my day before going to bed.
  2. She took a moment to reflect on what he had said.
  3. The water reflected the sunlight beautifully.
  4. The painting reflects the artist's emotions.
  5. The mirror reflected her image back at her.

Quotes

  • “The best mirror is an old friend.” – George Herbert
  • “In the dew of little things, the heart finds its morning and is refreshed.” – Kahlil Gibran
  • “The unexamined life is not worth living.” – Socrates

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