1. A conclusion reached through careful self-examination, introspection, and critical thinking about one's own thoughts, actions, or beliefs
After a period of meditation, she arrived at a reflexive conclusion about her life choices.
Após um período de meditação, ela chegou a uma conclusão reflexiva sobre suas escolhas de vida.
2. In academic or philosophical contexts, a conclusion that demonstrates self-awareness and consideration of one's own role in the analysis or argument
The researcher's reflexive conclusion acknowledged how their bias may have influenced the study's outcomes.
A conclusão reflexiva do pesquisador reconheceu como seu viés pode ter influenciado os resultados do estudo.