partly

adverb B2

Meaning

"Partly" is used to indicate that something is true to a certain extent but not completely.
💡 A common mistake is to confuse "partly" with "partially," which can have slightly different connotations.

Example Sentences

I am partly responsible for the project's delay .
Is the project partly finished or still in progress ?
The project was partly completed due to unforeseen circumstances .
The project was partly finished before the deadline .

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