reflect definition

1. manifest or bring back
• examples: This action reflects his true beliefs
2. to throw or bend back (from a surface)
• examples: Sound is reflected well in this auditorium
3. be bright by reflecting or casting light
• examples: Drive carefully--the wet road reflects
4. show an image of
• examples: her sunglasses reflected his image
5. give evidence of a certain behavior
• examples: His lack of interest in the project reflects badly on him
6. give evidence of the quality of
• examples: The mess in his dorm room reflects on the student