¦ verb
1. (of a surface or body) throw back (heat, light, or sound) without absorbing it.
(of a mirror or shiny surface) show an image of.
2. embody or represent in a faithful or appropriate way: the letters reflect all aspects of his life.
(reflect well/badly on) bring about a good or bad impression of.
3. (reflect on/upon) think deeply or carefully about.
Origin
ME: from OFr. reflecter or L. reflectere, from re- 'back' + flectere 'to bend'.