responsively
responsively — adverb
1. in a way that notices another person's words or a changing situation and answers
in a way that notices another person's words or a changing situation and answers quickly, willingly, or with interest
The support desk acted responsively after Adaeze reported the payment error.
act responsively after a complaint
Christopher listened responsively when the shy student finally asked for extra time.
listen responsively to a request
The city adjusted responsively once residents complained about the unsafe crossing.
Putri smiled responsively as the toddler reached up from the stroller.
When the class looked confused, Eitan explained the rule more responsively.
- promptly
stresses speed more strongly than interest or personal attention
- attentively
emphasizes careful listening or watching rather than the follow-up reaction
- helpfully
focuses on usefulness, but not always on reacting to another person's cue
- unresponsively
the direct opposite; it shows little or no reaction
- indifferently
suggests reacting without care or interest
文法句型
act + responsively
listen + responsively
adjust + responsively
用法筆記
Most often modifies verbs such as 'act', 'listen', 'adjust', or 'reply' when the speaker wants to stress quick attention to another person's words, needs, or to new circumstances. It usually suggests willingness as well as speed.