comparatively — In comparison with something else; relatively speaking. Used to indicate that something is being measured against another standard.
Part of speech: ADVERB
Definition: In comparison with something else; relatively speaking. Used to indicate that something is being measured against another standard.
Pronunciation (IPA): /kəmˈpærətɪvli/
Korean meaning: 비교적으로, 상대적으로
Korean pronunciation: 컴-패-러-티블리 (강세: 패)
Example Sentences
- My cooking skills are comparatively better than my roommate's, which isn't saying much since he once burned water.
- This smartphone is comparatively affordable for students.
- The traffic today was comparatively light, so I arrived early for my dentist appointment - unfortunately.
comparatively
ADVERB//kəmˈpærətɪvli//
In comparison with something else; relatively speaking. Used to indicate that something is being measured against another standard.
In comparison with something else; relatively speaking. Used to indicate that something is being measured against another standard.
Measuring comparatively, decorating imperatively!
🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'comparare' meaning 'to pair together' or 'to match.' The word evolved from the practice of placing things side by side to examine their similarities and differences.
🎵Rhyme
📝Examples
“My cooking skills are comparatively better than my roommate's, which isn't saying much since he once burned water.”
“This smartphone is comparatively affordable for students.”
“The traffic today was comparatively light, so I arrived early for my dentist appointment - unfortunately.”
“Comparatively speaking, learning English grammar is easier than mastering pronunciation.”
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