CEFR B1

reflect

verb

Meaning

To think deeply or carefully about past events or experiences.

Examples

He took some time to reflect on his mistakes before making a decision.
The article encourages readers to reflect on their own values and beliefs.

Synonyms: think, consider, ponder, contemplate

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reflect (B1)

verb

Pronunciation: /rɪˈflekt/

Definition

To think deeply or carefully about past events or experiences.

Examples

He took some time to reflect on his mistakes before making a decision.
The article encourages readers to reflect on their own values and beliefs.
After the competition, the athletes reflected on their performance.

How to Use reflect

reflect on (prepositional phrase): To think deeply about something. — "She sat by the window to reflect on the day's events."
reflect [something] (collocation): To show or be a sign of something. — "His success reflects his hard work and dedication."
reflect [something] (collocation): To bounce back light, heat, sound, or an image. — "The polished metal reflected the sunlight."

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