Pronunciation

/pərˈteɪli/

Definitions

• Adverb: To a limited extent or degree; not completely or fully. For example: “The weather was partly cloudy.”
• Adjective: Partially; not entirely. For example: “He was partly responsible for the mistake.”

Phrases

• “Partly due to” implies that something is caused by a partial factor.
• “Partly cloudy skies” describe a mix of clear and overcast conditions.
• “Partly agreed” indicates that only part of a proposal or statement has been accepted.

Example Sentences

• Adverb: “I managed to finish the project partly because of your help.”
• Adjective: “The team’s success was partly attributed to their hard work.”
• “She felt partly relieved after learning the good news.”

Synonyms

• Partially
• Slightly
• Moderately
• In part
• To some extent
• Barely

Antonyms

• Completely
• Fully
• Entirely
• Absolutely
• Unconditionally