partially
The project was partially funded by the government.
The government provided some, but not all, of the funding needed for the project.
to some extent, but not completely
The room was partially lit by a single lamp.
Only part of the room was illuminated by the lamp.
She partially understood the instructions.
She grasped some, but not all, of the instructions.
Often used to describe something that is only partly done or achieved.
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Pro Tip
Usage Tip
Use 'partially' when something is done or achieved to a limited extent, but not fully.
Gold Rule
Grammar Rule
'Partially' is an adverb and should not be used as an adjective.
Word Origin
From Middle English 'partiel', from Old French 'partiel', from Latin 'partialis', meaning 'of a part'.
Usage Notes
Can be used to describe physical, abstract, or conceptual states that are not fully achieved.