reflexive; reflecting; automatic
Describes an action or reaction that is automatic, unthinking, or done by reflex, often with a physical or psychological nuance.
He pulled his hand back reflexively.
その質問に反射的に「はい」と答えてしまった。
I reflexively answered 'yes' to that question.
Startled by the loud noise, I closed my eyes in a reflexive reaction.
A car suddenly darted out, so I hit the brakes reflexively.