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reflectively
[/rɪˈflɛktɪvli/]
adverb
reflexivamente
1.
in a manner showing deep thought or contemplation
She stared reflectively out the window, considering her options.
Ela olhou reflexivamente pela janela, considerando suas opções.
2.
in a way that reflects or mirrors something
The water moved reflectively, capturing the moonlight.
A água se movia reflexivamente, capturando a luz da lua.
3.
characterized by or given to reflection or introspection
He spoke reflectively about his past experiences.
Ele falou reflexivamente sobre suas experiências passadas.
Synonyms
thoughtfully
contemplatively
meditatively
introspectively
ponderingly
Antonyms
thoughtlessly
impulsively
carelessly
hastily
Regional Variations
General Brazilian
reflexivamente
standard usage
São Paulo
reflexivamente
standard usage in formal contexts
Portugal
reflexivamente
standard usage, may also use 'pensativamente'
Related Idioms & Phrases
lost in thought
deep in contemplation
penny for your thoughts
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