answer subjectively

[/ˈænsər səbˈdʒɛktɪvli/]
verb phrase
responder subjetivamente
1. To provide a response based on personal feelings, opinions, or perspectives rather than objective facts or universal principles
When asked about her favorite book, she decided to answer subjectively rather than citing critical reviews.
Quando perguntaram sobre seu livro favorito, ela decidiu responder subjetivamente em vez de citar críticas.
2. To respond in a way that reflects individual bias, preference, or interpretation
The survey respondents were asked to answer subjectively about their life satisfaction.
Os respondentes da pesquisa foram solicitados a responder subjetivamente sobre sua satisfação com a vida.
In both Brazilian and American contexts, answering subjectively is often valued in creative, artistic, or personal development discussions, but discouraged in scientific, legal, or technical settings where objectivity is paramount. Academic and professional environments typically make clear distinctions between subjective opinion and objective analysis.
NYC Slang
give it to 'em straight from the heart
Synonyms / Sinônimos
answer personallyrespond based on opinionanswer biasedlygive a personal response
Antonyms / Antônimos
answer objectivelyrespond factuallyanswer impartiallygive an unbiased response

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
responder subjetivamente
Standard usage across Brazil
Portugal
responder subjetivamente
Identical usage in European Portuguese
São Paulo
responder na sua opinião pessoal
More colloquial alternative phrasing

Related Words

subjectivesubjectivityopinionperspectivebiaspersonal interpretation

Related Idioms & Phrases

speak from the heart
give your two cents
answer from a personal standpoint
relay your gut feeling
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