reflective

• 形容某人或某物表现出深思熟虑或沉思，或能反射光线或影像。

Describes someone or something that shows deep thought or consideration, or that reflects light or an image.

1. Thoughtful or contemplativeB2formal

   Engaged in deep or serious thought; showing careful consideration.

   沉思的

   • She was in a reflective mood after the lecture.
   • His reflective essay explored the meaning of happiness.
   • The quiet evening made him feel reflective.

   同义词cogitativecontemplativedeliberativeintrospectivemeditativepensiveruminativethoughtful

   反义词inconsideratethoughtlessunreflective

2. Reflecting light or soundB1formal

   Capable of sending back light, heat, or sound from a surface.

   反射的

   • The reflective surface of the mirror showed his face clearly.
   • Reflective tape on the jacket makes cyclists visible at night.
   • The building's windows are made of reflective glass.

   同义词mirroredmirrorlikereflectingspecular

   反义词absorbentdullmattenonreflective

3. Intellectual or introspectiveC1formal

   Relating to or characterized by deep thought about intellectual or abstract matters.

   深思的

   • The philosopher's reflective writings are studied worldwide.
   • She spent a reflective hour pondering the meaning of life.
   • His reflective nature made him a great writer.

   同义词contemplativedeliberativeintrospectivemeditativemusingpensivephilosophicalruminativethoughtful

   反义词incuriousshallowsuperficialthoughtlessunreflectiveunthinking