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reflect

The correct spelling is reflect.

How to pronounce reflect

/ɹɪˈflɛkt/
verb

IPA: /ɹɪˈflɛkt/

Say it like: Ref-lec-t

The correct spelling is reflect. To bend back (light, etc.) from a surface. For example: "A mirror reflects the light that shines on it."

Usage Examples

A mirror reflects the light that shines on it.

The moonlight reflected from the surface of water.

The shop window reflected his image as he walked past.

Definition

verb

  1. 1.To bend back (light, etc.) from a surface.
  2. 2.To be bent back (light, etc.) from a surface.
  3. 3.To mirror, or show the image of something.
  4. 4.To be mirrored.
  5. 5.To agree with; to closely follow.

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