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

Arguably, though, the Federal Reserve is more likely to be cutting interest rates in a downturn, making Treasury yields comparatively less attractive.

From The Wall Street Journal

“Disconnect from every algorithm / Every perverse incentive / That drags you down,” from the comparatively loose and casual title track, is another example.

From The Wall Street Journal

Yes, this was uncomfortable, but comparatively breezy as far as medical procedures go — simple, brief and noninvasive.

From Los Angeles Times

Prolonged conflict forces the US and Israel to use up high-value assets to intercept comparatively low-cost threats.

From BBC

Market moves have been comparatively mild amid hopes that the crisis will be short-lived and not cause a major problem for the global economy.

From Barron's