reflecting

• Descreve algo que reflete luz, calor ou som, ou uma pessoa pensativa e contemplativa.

Describes something that sends back light, heat, or sound, or a person who is thoughtful and contemplative.

1. Causing reflectionB2formal

   Having a surface or device that sends back light, heat, or sound.

   Refletor

   • The reflecting telescope uses mirrors to gather light.
   • Reflecting surfaces are used in solar panels to concentrate energy.
   • The building's reflecting windows reduce heat absorption.

   Sinônimosmirrorlikereflectivespecular

• Verbo usado para indicar o ato de pensar profunda ou cuidadosamente sobre algo, ou de refletir luz, calor ou som.

A verb used to indicate the act of thinking deeply or carefully about something, or of throwing back light, heat, or sound.

1. Throw back light or soundB1formal

   To send back light, heat, or sound from a surface.

   Refletir

   • The mirror reflects light into the room.
   • The lake reflected the mountains perfectly.
   • Sound waves reflect off hard surfaces.

   Sinônimosechomirrorreturnreverberatethrow back

   Antônimosabsorb

2. Show or be a sign ofB2formal

   To be a sign or indication of a particular situation or quality.

   Refletir

   • His calm attitude reflects his confidence.
   • The sales figures reflect the company's success.
   • Her choice of words reflects her education.

   Sinônimosbespeakbetraydemonstratedenotedisplayevinceindicatemanifestmirrorregisterrevealshow

   Antônimosconcealdisguisehidemask

3. Think deeplyB2formal

   To think carefully and deeply about something.

   Refletir

   • She reflected on her childhood memories.
   • He reflected for a moment before answering.
   • We need time to reflect on the proposal.

   Sinônimoscogitatecontemplatedeliberatemeditatemuseponderruminatethink