reflect

US /rɪˈflɛkt/

UK /rɪ'flekt/

A2

verb

  • To indicate or be a sign of something
  • To bounce back light, heat, sound from a surface
  • To show an image in glass, water, a mirror etc.
  • To think of something seriously and carefully

Examples

This year's budget simply reflects the fact that we have fewer people out of work.

The screen reflects light from the sun.