reflect

/ri-ˈflekt/

Middle English, from Latin reflectere to bend back, from re- + flectere to bend

verb

  1. to block and redirect (light, sound, etc.)

  2. to give back or exhibit (something or someone) as an image, likeness, or outline : mirror

  3. to cause (something, such as honor or credit) to be attributed or associated —used with on or upon

A mirror reflects light.

think cogitate reflect reason speculate deliberate mean to use one's powers of conception, judgment, or inference. think is general and may apply to any mental activity, but used alone often suggests attainment of clear ideas or conclusions. cogitate implies deep or intent thinking.

idiom

  1. to cause (someone or something) to deserve credit

You were taught well. Your achievement reflects credit on your school.