English Dictionary
Definition of “reflective”
reflective (rɪˈflɛktɪv
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Definitions
adjective
- characterized by quiet thought or contemplation
- capable of reflecting ⇒
a reflective surface
- produced by reflection
Alternative Forms
reˈflectively adverb
Usage examples
Danlo looked up into the dome, at the windows which had fallen dark and reflective of the room's little lights.
Zindell, David, The Broken God (1993)We have evolved decision-making reflective abilities that pervade everything we do.
Spiked (2002)But he argued the philosophy of the government was reflective of a new Iraq with respect for democratic values and the rule of law.
CBC (2004)The officers, from Gloucestershire, wrapped him in a reflective jacket to douse the flames.
Sun, News of the World (2001)She was interested in ideas but was not of a reflective , enquiring temperament; the CPS did her reflecting and enquiring for her.
Cockett, Richard, Thinking the Unthinkable (1994)
