relatively

[ rel-uh-tiv-lee ]

adverb

1. in a relative manner:

   a relatively small difference.

2. Archaic.
   1. with reference (usually followed by to ).
   2. in proportion (usually followed by to ).

relatively

/ ˈrɛlətɪvlɪ /

adverb

1. in comparison or relation to something else; not absolutely

Word History and Origins

Origin of relatively¹

First recorded in 1555–65; relative + -ly

Example Sentences

A swift, relatively orderly, end to conflicts such as the war in Ukraine could settle the global economic outlook - albeit the impact of such geopolitical complexity is extremely difficult to call.

From BBC

Prices, however, should climb more slowly, or remain relatively flat, giving incomes a chance to catch up.

From Los Angeles Times

Since his trial and conviction, Majors has kept a relatively low public profile.

From Los Angeles Times

"The Crab Pulsar is somewhat unique -- it's relatively young by astronomical standards, only about a thousand years old, and highly energetic," he said.

From Science Daily

Oil revenue accounts for nearly 90% of Nigeria’s export earnings but a relatively small number of business people and politicians have gorged themselves on the oil wealth.

From BBC

Related Words

• almost
• approximately
• comparably
• comparatively
• nearly
• rather
• somewhat