Meaning & Definition of word "Comparatively"

Comparatively

/kəmˈpɛr.ə.tɪv.li/

1. To a relatively large extent; in relation to something else.
- Example: The new smartphone is comparatively faster than the older models.
2. Used to compare two or more items or situations to highlight differences.
- Example: This year's winter has been comparatively milder than last year's.
3. In a manner that shows the differences between similar things.
- Example: She is comparatively more experienced than her colleagues in this field.
4. Indicating a subjective assessment based on relative measurements.
- Example: The cost of living here is comparatively lower than in major cities.

●From late Middle English, from Latin comparativus, meaning 'relating to comparison.'

comparatively speaking:

In comparison to other matters or instances.

comparative analysis:

An assessment or study that compares two or more entities.

comparatively few:

A smaller number in relation to something else.

compare:

to examine the similarities and/or differences.

comparison:

the act of comparing two or more things.

comparable:

able to be compared; similar.

Meaning: kinda (in a somewhat relative sense)

● Example Sentence: It's kinda big compared to the last one.

Meaning: sorta (in a somewhat comparative way)

● Example Sentence: It's sorta better, you know?