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partially

/ˈpɑːʃəli/

Meanings
  • adverb

    having or showing some, but not all, of the qualities or characteristics of something

  • adjective

    incomplete or imperfect; not finished or fully carried out


Rhymes
Words rhyming with partially
artfully , beautifully , carefully , fully , particularly
Homophones
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  1. particle (en) : A small particle or bit of matter; a minute quantity or amount

  2. party (en) : A social gathering, typically one held for entertainment or celebration


Variants
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partially , partially ordered
Forms
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partially (adverb), partially (adjective), partiallys (noun)


Etymology
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From Middle English partili, from partiliche, from partilik, from partil, from part- + -like


Trivia
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  1. The term 'partially' is often used in scientific research to describe the results of an experiment that are not complete or fully understood.

  2. In music, a 'partially' tuned instrument is one that is not perfectly in tune.


Related Concepts
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  1. incomplete: Related to the concept of not having all the required components or elements to make something whole or functional.

  2. imperfect: Related to the concept of not being fully developed or completed.


Culture
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In literature, 'partially' is often used to describe characters or situations that are incomplete or unfinished. For example, in F. Scott Fitzgerald's The Great Gatsby, Nick Carraway is described as being 'partially' in love with Jordan Baker. In art, the term 'partially' can refer to a work that is unfinished or incomplete. For instance, Michelangelo's Sistine Chapel ceiling is 'partially' complete, as some sections were left unpainted.

How to Memorize "partially"

  1. visualize

    - Imagine a puzzle that is only partially solved. Visualize the missing pieces and try to fill in the gaps.

  2. associate

    - Associate the word 'partially' with the concept of incompleteness or imperfection.

  3. mnemonics

    - Use the acronym P-A-R-T-I-A-L-L-Y to remember the meaning: Partially - Adjective: Incomplete, Partially - Adverb: Having some, but not all.


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