Basic Details
Word: Reflection
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: The act of thinking deeply about something or an image seen in a mirror or water.
Synonyms: Thought, contemplation, image
Antonyms: Neglect, disregard
Idioms and Phrases
- Reflection of the past: A way to think about previous experiences and what they taught you. Example: "Her achievements are a reflection of the past, showing how hard she worked to get here."
- Deep in reflection: Being lost in thought or consideration. Example: "He sat quietly, deep in reflection, planning his next steps."
Usage Examples
Example 1: After the meeting, she took some time for reflection on what was discussed and how to improve.
Example 2: The beautiful sunset created a stunning reflection on the lake's surface.
Example 3: His reflection on the experiences of the past helped him make better decisions for the future.
Fun Fact
Did you know that the word "reflection" comes from the Latin word 'reflectere', which means "to bend back"? This is fitting because it relates to both thinking back and seeing images bounce back from surfaces!
Famous Quote
"We do not learn from experience... we learn from reflecting on experience." John Dewey
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "reflection" mean?
a) A physical object
b) An act of thinking deeply or an image
c) A type of dance
d) A loud noise
Answer: b) An act of thinking deeply or an image
2. Which of these is a synonym of "reflection"?
a) Contemplation
b) Activity
c) Excitement
d) Noise
Answer: a) Contemplation
3. Which sentence uses "reflection" correctly?
a) The reflection of the stars lit up the sky.
b) She had a beautiful reflection that everyone admired.
c) Reflection can make a cake taste better.
d) I went to the store for reflection.
Answer: a) The reflection of the stars lit up the sky.
4. Which idiom means thinking about the past?
a) Deep in reflection
b) Jumping to conclusions
c) A stitch in time saves nine
d) Winging it
Answer: a) Deep in reflection
5. What is the opposite of "reflection"?
a) Attention
b) Neglect
c) Care
d) Insight
Answer: b) Neglect
