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reflective

Meaning in simple English, pronunciation and examples

Pronunciation: US /rɪˈflektɪv/

reflective means: Sending light or other waves back from a surface.

adjective

BOUNCING LIGHT BACKB2

Sending light or other waves back from a surface.

  • Wear a reflective jacket at night.
  • The windows have a reflective coating.
  • Reflective strips on her bag helped drivers see her.

Similar words: reflecting

Common phrases: reflective surface, reflective jacket, reflective strips

THINKING DEEPLYC1

Thinking carefully about experiences, feelings, or things that happened in the past.

  • He was quiet and reflective.
  • She grew reflective as she remembered her childhood.
  • The diary has a gentle, reflective tone.

Similar words: thoughtful, contemplative

Common phrases: reflective mood, reflective moment, reflective essay

Questions about reflective

What does reflective mean?

Sending light or other waves back from a surface.

What is reflective in other languages?

Türkçe: yansıtıcı · Español: reflectante · Français: réfléchissant · Deutsch: reflektierend · Italiano: riflettente · 日本語: 反射する

How do you pronounce reflective?

It is pronounced /rɪˈflektɪv/.

How do you use reflective in a sentence?

Wear a reflective jacket at night. The windows have a reflective coating.

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