Background and Reflection

Background

Background noun - The physical conditions or features that form the setting against which something is viewed.

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Reflection and background are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Reflection" instead a noun "Background".

Reflection noun - A briefly expressed opinion.

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Background and reflection are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Background" instead a noun "Reflection".

original	original background	original reflection
true	true background	true reflection
poor	poor background	poor reflection
bright	bright background	bright reflection
Other adjectives: real, little, interesting, new, different.

While the gang discusses their plight, Angel can be seen in the background utterly distracted by his reflection— which in our dimension he as a vampire cannot see.

Source: Narcissist
The names' lettering is in matte black finish that's flush with the background, while the background itself is polished mirror smooth, so when one reads a name, they do so while looking their own reflection in the eyes.

Source: The Dead Have Names
Funny Background Event: A minor one, but your mouse cursor actually has a reflection on some surfaces (such as the ice of the frozen lake).

Source: Video Game / Heroine's Quest: The Herald of Ragnarok

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