reflective — thinking deeply and carefully about something
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: thinking deeply and carefully about something
Pronunciation (IPA): /rɪˈflektɪv/
Korean meaning: 깊이 생각하는, 사려 깊은
Korean pronunciation: 리-플렉-티브 (강세: 플렉)
Example Sentences
- The student's reflective journal was full of deep thoughts about pizza and existential dread.
- The reflective vest made the worker visible even in the darkest night.
- After the exam, she sat in reflective silence, wondering if she had studied enough.
reflective
ADJECTIVE//rɪˈflektɪv//
thinking deeply and carefully about something
Lost in deep thoughtful contemplation
A reflective detective must be selective
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🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'reflectere', meaning 'to bend back' or 'to turn back', composed of 're-' (back) and 'flectere' (to bend). The suffix '-ive' was added to form an adjective indicating a quality or tendency.
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📝Examples
“The student's reflective journal was full of deep thoughts about pizza and existential dread.”
“The reflective vest made the worker visible even in the darkest night.”
“After the exam, she sat in reflective silence, wondering if she had studied enough.”
“The cat stared at its own reflection, clearly having a very reflective moment about its life choices.”
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