1. in a reflex manner; automatically or involuntarily
Usage: medical; scientific

Examples

• The patient’s knee jerked reflexly when the doctor tapped it with a hammer.
• She reflexly pulled her hand away from the hot stove.
• The muscles contracted reflexly in response to the stimulus.
• His eyes blinked reflexly when the bright light flashed.
• The body reflexly adjusts blood pressure during exercise.
• The infant reflexly grasped the finger placed in her palm.