reflectively

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Adverbial reflectively has 1 sense

reflectively - in a reflective manner; "he watched her reflectively"
Derived from adjective reflective₁

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Term: Reflectively

Description:

Reflectively is an adverb that describes the manner in which someone thinks deeply or meditates upon something. It encompasses the act of contemplating, pondering, or considering a matter in a thoughtful and introspective manner.

Sample Sentences:

She gazed reflectively out of the window, lost in her own thoughts.
After the argument, he sat reflectively on the park bench, trying to understand the situation from both perspectives.
He answered the interview questions reflectively, showcasing his ability to think critically and self-analyze.
They walked along the beach, hand in hand, collectively relishing the peace and reflecting reflectively on their relationship.
While reading the novel, she would often pause, close her eyes, and reflectively contemplate the profound ideas expressed by the author.