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Meaning of partially
The primary meaning of "partially" is to a certain extent or degree, but not completely.
Etymology of partially
The word "partially" has its roots in the Old French word "partiel," which is derived from the Latin word "partialis," meaning "of or pertaining to a part"
The word has been used in the English language since the 15th century to describe something that is not complete or total
Synonyms
somewhat
partly
incompletely
moderately
reasonably
fairly
relatively
slightly
marginally
barely
inadequately
insufficiently
imperfectly
defectively
patchily
unevenly
incompletely
limitedly
restrictedly
conditionally
tentatively
hesitantly
uncertainly
doubtfully
questionably
arguably
conceivably
plausibly
believably
credibly
moderately
temperately
mildly
gently
softly
leniently
mildly
faintly
vaguely
obscurely
ambiguously
unclearly
vaguely
Definitions
- To some extent, but not completely
- * In a way that is not complete or total
- * To a certain degree or extent, but not entirely
Usage Examples
- The room was partially furnished, with only a few pieces of furniture
- * She was partially responsible for the mistake, but not entirely to blame
- * The sun was partially hidden by the clouds, casting a warm glow over the landscape