Definition of reflective adjective in Oxford Advanced American Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

The meaning of REFLECTIVE is capable of reflecting light, images, or sound waves. How to use reflective in a sentence. Did you know?

Reflective is an adjective that can describe a person who thinks things through, or a surface that reflects light or sound, like the reflective lettering on a stop sign.

REFLECTIVE meaning: 1. A reflective surface sends back most of the light that shines on it and can therefore be seen…. Learn more.

If you are reflective, you are thinking deeply about something. I walked on in a reflective mood to the car. Mike is a quiet, reflective man. 'The first part of her life hasn't been all that good,' he said reflectively. …

1. a. Of, relating to, produced by, or resulting from reflection. b. Capable of or producing reflection: a reflective surface. 2. Characterized by or given to serious thinking or contemplation; thoughtful. See …

reflective, adj. & n. meanings, etymology, pronunciation and more in the Oxford English Dictionary