Partly — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

adverb /ˈpärt-lē/ part·ly

Meaning & Definition of Partly

Partly (adverb)

  1. in some measure or degree, partially

Partly (adverb) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. in some measure or degree

    "you're only partly right"

    similar: half, halfway, incompletely, part, partially, partway, in part
    related: fragmentarily, enough, fairly, kindly (chiefly Southern), kind of, like, moderately, more or less, pretty, quite, rather, relatively, something, somewhat, sort of
    opposite: all, altogether, completely, entirely, fully, perfectly, quite, totally, utterly, wholly
    near: absolutely, dead, downright, plain, especially, exceedingly, exceptionally, extremely, greatly, highly, hugely, particularly, very

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Partly

The most common words with a similar meaning to Partly:

half, halfway, incompletely, part, partially, partway, in part

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Partly

Words with the opposite meaning of Partly:

all, altogether, completely, entirely, fully, perfectly, quite, totally, utterly, wholly

Related Words for Partly

fragmentarily, enough, fairly, kindly, kind of, like, moderately, more or less, pretty, quite, rather, relatively, something, somewhat, sort of

Near Antonyms of Partly

absolutely, dead, downright, plain, especially, exceedingly, exceptionally, extremely, greatly, highly, hugely, particularly, very

Origin & Etymology of Partly

First known use: 1523

Vocabulary Lists & Topics for Partly

Frequently Asked Questions about Partly

What does "Partly" mean?

"Partly" means in some measure or degree, partially. As an adverb, it is defined as: in some measure or degree, partially.

What is another word for "Partly"?

Other words for "Partly" include half, halfway, incompletely, part, partially, partway and in part. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Partly" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Partly"?

There are 22 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Partly". Common alternatives include half, halfway, incompletely, part, partially, partway and in part.

What is the opposite of "Partly"?

Antonyms of "Partly" include all, altogether, completely, entirely, fully, perfectly, quite and totally. Near antonyms include absolutely, dead, downright and plain.

How do you use "Partly" in a sentence?

Examples of "Partly" in a sentence: "you're only partly right".

Is "Partly" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Partly" is an adverb.

Is "Partly" useful for IELTS, TOEFL, and other English exams?

As a B2-level word, "Partly" is typical of Cambridge B2 First (FCE), IELTS band 5.5–6.5, TOEFL iBT 72–94, PTE Academic 59–75, TOEIC Listening & Reading 785+.

How do you pronounce "Partly"?

"Partly" is pronounced /ˈpärt-lē/ and divided into syllables as part·ly.