Slightly
/ˈslaɪtli/
Meaning & Definition
adverb
To a small degree; not considerably.
The temperature has slightly increased since last night.
In a slim or slender manner.
She is slightly built, making her look delicate.
Somewhat; a little.
I was slightly confused by the instructions.
Used to indicate a degree of change.
The project is slightly ahead of schedule.
Etymology
From the word 'slight', combined with the adverbial suffix '-ly'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
slightly better
A small improvement in quality or condition.
slightly different
Having small differences compared to something else.
slightly above average
A small increment above a standard level of quality.
Related Words
slight
Having little thickness or strength.
slightness
The quality of being slight or insignificant.
Slang Meanings
A bit
I'm feeling slightly better today.
Kinda
That movie was slightly good.