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Synonyms & Similar Words
contemplating
pondering
meditating
thinking
musing
deliberating
considering
weighing
analyzing
evaluating
assessing
examining
reviewing
introspecting
brooding
ruminating
speculating
theorizing
philosophizing
cogitating
reasoning
rationalizing
intellectualizing
conceptualizing
visualizing
imagining
envisioning
daydreaming
reverie
mind-wandering
Meaning of Reflecting
The primary meaning of "Reflecting" is the act of giving thought to something, often in a careful and thorough manner.
Definitions
- Reflecting is defined by Oxford Languages as the act of giving thought to something, often in a careful and thorough manner, or the change in direction of a wave, such as light or sound, when it hits a surface and bounces back.
- * It can also refer to the act of showing or representing something, such as an image or an idea, in a particular way.
Etymology of Reflecting
The word "Reflecting" originates from the Latin words "reflectere," meaning to bend back, and "reflexus," the past participle of "reflectere," which is a combination of "re-" (back) and "flectere" (to bend).
Historically, the word "Reflecting" has been used in English since the 15th century, initially to describe the act of bending or turning back, and later to describe the act of thinking or considering something carefully.
Example Uses
- She spent the evening reflecting on her past experiences and the lessons she learned from them.
- * The still water reflected the beautiful sunset, creating a stunning visual effect.
- * The new policy is reflecting the company's commitment to sustainability and environmental responsibility.
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
ignoring
disregarding
neglecting
overlooking
dismissing
rejecting
denying
contradicting
opposing
resisting
refusing
forgetting
omitting
bypassing
sidestepping
evading
avoiding
shunning
spurning
repudiating
renouncing
abandoning