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REFLEXION
reflection, reflexion
(noun) the image of something as reflected by a mirror (or other reflective material); “he studied his reflection in the mirror”
reflection, reflexion, reflectivity
(noun) the ability to reflect beams or rays
contemplation, reflection, reflexion, rumination, musing, thoughtfulness
(noun) a calm, lengthy, intent consideration
observation, reflection, reflexion
(noun) a remark expressing careful consideration
expression, manifestation, reflection, reflexion
(noun) expression without words; “tears are an expression of grief”; “the pulse is a reflection of the heart’s condition”
reflection, reflexion
(noun) the phenomenon of a propagating wave (light or sound) being thrown back from a surface
Source: WordNet® 3.1
Etymology
Noun
reflexion (countable and uncountable, plural reflexions)
Dated spelling of reflection.
Source: Wiktionary
Re*flex"ion (-flk"shn), n.
Definition: See Reflection. Chaucer.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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AMISS
(adverb) in an improper or mistaken or unfortunate manner; “if you think him guilty you judge amiss”; “he spoke amiss”; “no one took it amiss when she spoke frankly”
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