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(noun) the ability to reflect beams or rays |
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Synonyms: reflection, reflectivity |
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Related Words: echo, physical property, reverberation, sound reflection |
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(noun) the phenomenon of a propagating wave (light or sound) being thrown back from a surface |
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Synonyms: reflection |
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Related Words: physical phenomenon, virtual image, zodiacal light |
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(noun) a likeness in which left and right are reversed |
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Synonyms: mirror image, reflection |
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Related Words: alikeness, likeness, similitude |
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(noun) a remark expressing careful consideration |
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Synonyms: observation, reflection |
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Related Words: Parkinson's law, comment, remark |
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(noun) a calm lengthy intent consideration |
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Synonyms: contemplation, meditation, musing, reflection, rumination, thoughtfulness |
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Related Words: consideration, introspection, omphaloskepsis, retrospect, self-contemplation, self-examination |
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(noun) expression without words; "tears are an expression of grief"; "the pulse is a reflection of the heart's condition" |
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Synonyms: expression, manifestation, reflection |
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Related Words: act, demo, demonstration, effusion, gush, laughter, outburst |
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