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subjectively

 

[ səbˈdʒɛktɪvli ]

Adverb
Context #1 | Adverb

in a subjective manner

Based on personal feelings, tastes, or opinions rather than on evidence; influenced by emotions or personal bias.

Synonyms

emotionally, opinion-based, personally.

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Word Description / Examples
subjectively

Used when expressing a viewpoint that is based on personal feelings, tastes, or opinions rather than facts or evidence.

  • She described the painting subjectively, noting how it made her feel rather than its historical significance.
  • Subjectively, I find this movie very touching, though critics didn't rate it highly.
personally

Used when expressing a personal opinion or experience, often to differentiate it from others' viewpoints.

  • Personally, I don't like the taste of coffee.
  • She thinks the policy is beneficial, but personally, I disagree.
emotionally

Used to describe a viewpoint or reaction that is heavily influenced by emotions rather than rational thought.

  • He responded emotionally to the news, unable to hide his tears.
  • Emotionally, this song brings back memories of my childhood.
opinion-based

Employed when a statement or judgment is rooted in personal beliefs or interpretations rather than objective facts.

  • The review was entirely opinion-based, reflecting the critic's personal preferences.
  • Opinion-based discussions can sometimes lead to disagreements.

Examples of usage

  • I subjectively believe that this book is better than the one you recommended.
  • She subjectively evaluates art based on her emotional response to it.

Translations

Translations of the word "subjectively" in other languages:

🇵🇹 subjetivamente

🇮🇳 व्यक्तिपरक रूप से

🇩🇪 subjektiv

🇮🇩 secara subjektif

🇺🇦 суб'єктивно

🇵🇱 subiektywnie

🇯🇵 主観的に

🇫🇷 subjectivement

🇪🇸 subjetivamente

🇹🇷 öznel olarak

🇰🇷 주관적으로

🇸🇦 بشكل ذاتي

🇨🇿 subjektivně

🇸🇰 subjektívne

🇨🇳 主观地

🇸🇮 subjektivno

🇮🇸 huglægt

🇰🇿 субъективті түрде

🇬🇪 სუბიექტურად

🇦🇿 subyektiv olaraq

🇲🇽 subjetivamente

Etymology

The word 'subjectively' originates from the noun 'subjective,' which comes from the Latin word 'subjectivus,' meaning 'pertaining to a subject.' In English, the term started being used in the 17th century to describe something based on personal feelings rather than objective facts. Over time, 'subjectively' evolved to be an adverb reflecting this subjective perspective in various contexts.

See also: subject, subjection, subjective, subjectiveness, subjectivism, subjectivity, subjects.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #19,993, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.