Synonyms for

Partially

Verb / ˈpɑ:rʃʌli: / / ˈpɑ:rʃli: / Another word for partially — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Partially means something is done incompletely or to some degree, but not completely.

Synonyms & similar words

wholly partly part partly somewhat incompletely moderately partway fractionally halfway part partially partially semi partially partially imperfectly

Synonyms by register

Formal

incompletely partly fractionally

Informal

sort of kind of a bit somewhat

Literary

halfway in part

Antonyms

completely fully wholly entirely totally absolutely perfectly

Common collocations

  • partially completed
  • partially obscured
  • partially open
  • partially successful
  • partially deaf
  • partially melted
  • partially cloudy

Word family

noun part
adjective partial

Usage note

This adverb indicates that something is only done to a certain extent, not fully. It is often used to describe states or actions that are not complete.

Example sentences

  1. He partially painted the wall, but he didn't finish it.
  2. She's only partially done with her book report.
  3. The cake was only partially baked and it was still gooey inside.
  4. The car was partially damaged in the accident, but it was still drivable.
  5. He was partially at fault for the misunderstanding.

Quotes

  • Our knowledge is only partial and the universe is full of things we don't understand.
  • The truth is always partially hidden, and truthfulness is limited by our perceptions.
  • There is only a partially predictable relationship between the quality of a classroom and the quality of learning.

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