partial
She gave a partial explanation of the problem.
She explained only part of the problem, not the whole thing.
Incomplete or limited in scope or extent
The report provided only partial data.
The report didn't include all the available data.
Often used to indicate something is not complete or full.
Having a preference or bias toward something
He was accused of being partial to his favorite student.
He was accused of favoring his favorite student over others.
This meaning is often used in legal or formal contexts.
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Pro Tip
Common Usage
'Partial' is often used to describe something that is not complete or full.
Gold Rule
Avoid Confusion
Be careful not to confuse 'partial' with 'partial to', which means having a preference.
Word Origin
From Latin 'partialis', meaning 'of a part', from 'pars' (part).
Usage Notes
Can be used both as an adjective and a noun (e.g., 'the partials of a sound').