reflect

verb7

1. •
   To bend back (light, etc.) from a surface.

   • A mirror reflects the light that shines on it.
2. •
   To be bent back (light, etc.) from a surface.

   • The moonlight reflected from the surface of water.
3. •
   To mirror, or show the image of something.

   • The shop window reflected his image as he walked past.
4. •
   To be mirrored.

   • His image reflected from the shop window as he walked past.
5. •
   To give evidence of someone's or something's character etc.

   • The team's victory reflects the Captain's abilities.
   • The teacher's ability reflects well on the school.
6. •
   To think seriously; to ponder or consider.

   • People do that sort of thing every day, without ever stopping to reflect on the consequences.
7. •
   To agree with; to closely follow.

   • Entries in English dictionaries aim to reflect common usage.