RELATIVELY: Synonyms and Related Words. What is Another Word for RELATIVELY?

Need another word that means the same as “relatively”? Find 14 synonyms and 30 related words for “relatively” in this overview.

The synonyms of “Relatively” are: comparatively, to some degree, to some extent, partly, partially, half, in some measure, moderately, up to a point, a little, somewhat, in comparison, by comparison, proportionately

Relatively as an Adverb

Definitions of "Relatively" as an adverb

According to the Oxford Dictionary of English, “relatively” as an adverb can have the following definitions:

• In relation, comparison, or proportion to something else.
• In a relative manner; by comparison to something else.
• Regarded in comparison with something else rather than absolutely; quite.

Synonyms of "Relatively" as an adverb (14 Words)

a little	Not much.
by comparison	So as to pass a given point.
comparatively	To a moderate degree as compared to something else; relatively. Inflation was comparatively low.
half	Partially or to the extent of a half. I am half inclined to believe you.
in comparison	To or toward the inside of.
in some measure	To or toward the inside of.
moderately	To a moderately sufficient extent or degree. Both hotels are moderately priced.
partially	In part; in some degree; not wholly. The work partially fulfills the function of a historical memoir.
partly	To some extent; in some degree; not wholly. The result is partly a matter of skill and partly of chance.
proportionately	To a proportionate degree. Your salary will rise proportionately to your workload.
somewhat	To a moderate extent or by a moderate amount; rather. Matters have improved somewhat since then.
to some degree	Imprecise but fairly close to correct.
to some extent	Imprecise but fairly close to correct.
up to a point	Spatially or metaphorically from a lower to a higher position.

Usage Examples of "Relatively" as an adverb

• The situation is relatively calm now.
• They were very poor, but, relatively speaking, they had been lucky.
• The site was cheap and relatively clean.

Associations of "Relatively" (30 Words)

analogous	Comparable in certain respects, typically in a way which makes clearer the nature of the things compared. Salmon roe is marketed as analogous to caviar.
cling	A clingstone peach. You are clinging to him for security.
cohere	(of an argument or theory) be logically consistent. The principles by which societies cohere.
comparatively	In a relative manner; by comparison to something else. Inflation was comparatively low.
compare	Estimate, measure, or note the similarity or dissimilarity between. John compared his haircut to his friend s.
comparison	The formation of the comparative and superlative forms of adjectives and adverbs. They made a comparison of noise levels.
connection	An arrangement or opportunity for catching a connecting train, bus, aircraft, etc. Connection to the internet.
contrarily	Contrary to expectations.
contrast	A thing or person having qualities noticeably different from another. The middle school teacher contrasted her best student s work with that of her weakest student.
contrastingly	In a contrasting manner.
corresponding	Similar especially in position or purpose. All rights carry with them corresponding responsibilities.
counterpoint	Write in counterpoint. The cream walls and maple floors are counterpointed by black accents.
differ	Be of different opinions. The second set of data differed from the first.
different	Distinct or separate. This new music is certainly different but I don t really like it.
differently	In varied ways; diversely. We work differently from other developers.
distinction	Excellence that sets someone or something apart from others. She gained a distinction in her diploma.
equate	Make equal, uniform, corresponding, or matching. That sum equates to half a million pounds today.
invidious	(of an action or situation) likely to arouse or incur resentment or anger in others. Invidious comparisons.
liken	Consider or describe as similar, equal, or analogous. Racism is likened to a contagious disease.
likeness	Similarity in appearance or character or nature between persons or things. Her likeness to him was astonishing.
link	Be or become joined or united or linked. Sign language interpreters represent a vital link between the deaf and hearing communities.
linked	Connected by a link, as railway cars or trailer trucks.
related	Associated with the specified item or process, especially causally. Painting and the related arts.
relation	The way in which two or more people or groups feel about and behave towards each other. He has distant relations back in New Jersey.
relative	A relative pronoun determiner or adverb. The firms are relative newcomers to computers.
similar	Resembling or similar having the same or some of the same characteristics often used in combination. The principle of treatment by similars.
similitude	Similarity in appearance or character or nature between persons or things. Conrad uses a range of constructions which express or imply similitude.
twofold	Having more than one decidedly dissimilar aspects or qualities. A twofold increase in the risk.
unfavorable	Involving or creating circumstances detrimental to success or effectiveness. Made an unfavorable impression.
unlike	Not like; different from. He was very unlike to any other man.