reflect

Universal Words verb 1 [VN] [usuallypassive] ~ sb/sth (in sth) to show the image of sb/sth on the surface of sth such as a mirror, water or glass: His face was reflected in the mirror. * She could see herself reflected in his eyes. 2 [VN] to throw back light, heat, sound, etc. from a surface: The windows reflected the bright afternoon sunlight. * When the sun's rays hit the earth, a lot of the heat is reflected back into space. * This material absorbs the sound, and doesn't reflect it. 3 [VN] to show or be a sign of the nature of sth or of sb's attitude or feeling: Our newspaper aims to reflect the views of the local community. * His music reflects his interest in African culture. 4 ~ (on / upon sth) to think carefully and deeply about sth: [V] Before I decide, I need time to reflect. * She was left to reflect on the implications of her decision. * [Vthat] On the way home he reflected that the interview had gone well. [also Vwh-, Vspeech] IDIOMS reflect well, badly, etc. on sb/sth to make sb/sth appear to be good, bad, etc. to other people: This incident reflects badly on everyone involved.