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

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

Also because many of those who have been dealt the mortification were comparatively affluent and accomplished.

From The Wall Street Journal

"It is simple for companies to take your work and train a model to do your job. It is comparatively difficult for you to protect your work in the first place," she told the BBC.

From BBC

The teachers are good, but the vibe there is comparatively bureaucratic and conformist, Sealey said.

From Los Angeles Times

But it has comparatively little revenue, and it is still in the fundraising stage.

From The Wall Street Journal