Comparatively

/kəmˈpɛr.ə.tɪv.li/

Meaning & Definition

adverb

To a relatively large extent; in relation to something else.

The new smartphone is comparatively faster than the older models.

Used to compare two or more items or situations to highlight differences.

This year's winter has been comparatively milder than last year's.

In a manner that shows the differences between similar things.

She is comparatively more experienced than her colleagues in this field.

Indicating a subjective assessment based on relative measurements.

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.

kinda (in a somewhat relative sense)

It's kinda big compared to the last one.

sorta (in a somewhat comparative way)

It's sorta better, you know?