relatively

American  

[rel-uh-tiv-lee] / ˈrɛl ə tɪv li /

adverb

1. in a relative manner.

   a relatively small difference.

2. Archaic.

   1. with reference (usually followed byto ).

   2. in proportion (usually followed byto ).

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relatively British  

/ ˈrɛlətɪvlɪ /

adverb

1. in comparison or relation to something else; not absolutely

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Etymology

Origin of relatively

First recorded in 1555–65; relative + -ly

Example Sentences

Nationalist supporters in both Scotland and Wales are particularly inclined to that view – but it is also relatively widespread among Labour supporters in Wales.

From BBC

It’s also thanks to the region’s relatively cheap gas.

From Los Angeles Times

Small, relatively difficult to intercept, and easy to produce at scale, Iran’s explosive attack drones may not do as much physical damage as its arsenal of thousands of missiles.

From The Wall Street Journal

"It's still relatively calm as there are only loud noises every few hours, but it is eerie because this is not the Dubai we are used to," Jaganathan explained.

From BBC

"Prices will respond to developments in the Gulf and the status of shipping flows, not to a relatively small increase in output."

From Barron's

Related Words

• almost
• approximately
• comparably
• comparatively
• nearly
• rather
• somewhat