comparatively
Americanadverb
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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.
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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.
Etymology
Origin of comparatively
Example Sentences
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“Recall that the same pattern was in place in early January and it ended in a selloff—albeit a comparatively brief one,” Lyngen added.
From Barron's • Apr. 27, 2026
Even so, scientists still do not fully understand why these materials work at comparatively higher temperatures.
From Science Daily • Apr. 27, 2026
Oracle, though, is in a comparatively weaker financial position than big-tech rivals.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 24, 2026
The last one in 2009, called swine flu, was comparatively mild.
From BBC • Apr. 21, 2026
Those issues had seemed comparatively straightforward while the Allied war effort remained primarily focused on the Nazi regime.
From "Big Science" by Michael Hiltzik
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