CEFR B1

reflection

noun

Meaning

Serious thought or consideration about past events or experiences.

Examples

The quiet evening provided a perfect opportunity for reflection.
His speech was a moment of deep reflection on the company's future.

Synonyms: thought, consideration, contemplation, meditation

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reflection (B1)

noun

Pronunciation: /rɪˈflɛkʃən/

Definition

Serious thought or consideration about past events or experiences.

Examples

The quiet evening provided a perfect opportunity for reflection.
His speech was a moment of deep reflection on the company's future.
She spent hours in reflection, trying to understand her mistakes.

How to Use reflection

reflection on (prepositional phrase): Serious thought about a particular subject. — "Her essay was a thoughtful reflection on the impact of technology."
reflection of (prepositional phrase): An image or representation of something. — "The still water was a perfect reflection of the sky."

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