reflexion
Definitions
British (older) spelling of reflection: the throwing back of light, heat, or sound, or an image so produced
反射；映像（reflection 的英式旧拼法）
Serious or careful thought
深思，反省
Root Breakdown
Root-derivedre- (back) + flex (bend) + -ion (act) = a bending back. Light bent back off a mirror is a reflexion; thought 'bent back' on itself is reflexion in the mental sense. The -x- spelling comes from the Latin past participle reflexus and is the older British form of reflection.
Root flex still carries 4 more wordsUsage Guide
- Spelling: reflexion is an older, chiefly British variant of reflection. In modern writing, reflection is standard everywhere; use reflexion only in historical or specialized British texts.
- Both forms cover the same two senses: optical (light bent back) and mental (careful thought).
Example Sentences
- 1.
She studied her reflexion in the still water.
- 2.
Upon reflexion, he decided to apologize.