Reagir
Example: Ela soube reagir rapidamente diante da situação inesperada.
Definition
"Reagir" means to respond or act in reaction to a stimulus, situation, or event, especially in a way that shows awareness or quick thinking, such as reacting promptly to an unexpected circumstance.
Etymology
The word "reagir" comes from the Latin prefix 're-' meaning 'again' or 'back' and the verb 'agere' meaning 'to do' or 'to act.' Therefore, "reagir" literally means 'to act again' or 'to respond.' Did you know that its roots highlight the concept of taking action in return to something?
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