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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 ).

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

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The new R2 models have Wall Street relatively excited.

From Barron's • Apr. 2, 2026

The researchers suggest that existing industrial fryers could be upgraded with microwave generators, which are relatively low cost and widely available.

From Science Daily • Apr. 2, 2026

England stays relatively close to its 31‑day target but, like Scotland, remains further away from hitting its 62‑day measure.

From BBC • Apr. 2, 2026

At the same time, Lively has framed the dispute as a test case for California’s relatively new law protecting people who speak publicly about sexual misconduct.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 2, 2026

Having children feel the strong beats such as the downbeat, the first beat in a measure, is relatively easy.

From "Music and the Child" by Natalie Sarrazin

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