reflection, reflexion 1. The image of something as reflected by a mirror (or other reflective material). 2. A fixing of thoughts on something; careful consideration. 3. A thought occurring in consideration or meditation. 4. An unfavorable remark or observation. 5. The return of light, heat, sound, etc., after striking a surface. 6. In anatomy, th... Found on http://www.wordinfo.info/words/index/info/view_unit/1831/3