reflect
vb
1 to undergo or cause to undergo a process in which light, other electromagnetic radiation, sound, particles, etc., are thrown back after impinging on a surface
2 (of a mirror, etc.) to form an image of (something) by reflection
3 tr to show or express
his tactics reflect his desire for power
4 tr to bring as a consequence
the success of the project reflected great credit on all the staff
5 intr; foll by: on or upon to cause to be regarded in a specified way
her behaviour reflects well on her
6 intr; foll by: on or upon to cast dishonour, discredit, etc. (on)
his conduct reflects on his parents
7 intr; usually foll by: on to think, meditate, or ponder
(C15: from Latin reflectere to bend back, from re- + flectere to bend; see flex)