comparatively

American  

[kuhm-par-uh-tiv-lee] / kəmˈpær ə tɪv li /

adverb

1. in comparison to some other person or thing, or to others in a similar category; relatively.

   Their hamburger was large, flavorful, and served with a decent number of onion rings, for a comparatively low price.

2. in a way that uses or proceeds by comparison.

   The aim of this study is to comparatively examine sun exposure and sun protection behaviors of young children in two urban settings.

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Etymology

Origin of comparatively

comparative ( def. ) + -ly

Example Sentences

Sweet breakfasts have never been my natural habitat—good oatmeal is a beloved, comparatively rare exception, as is a single yeasty, griddled buttermilk diner pancake swimming in syrup.

From Salon

Lately, concerns about the strength of the U.S. dollar, lower interest rates and comparatively expensive stocks have added to gold’s rise.

From The Wall Street Journal

The swings between emboldened presidential administrations are comparatively minor and can be changed by a subsequent administration without too much difficulty.

From The Wall Street Journal

Foreign ownership of corporate credit stood at a comparatively low 15% relative to U.S.

From MarketWatch

The pair, who will also be competing at the 2026 Olympics, said they were able to use both the crowd and comparatively lower pressure to their advantage.

From BBC