Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

up-to-a-point

idiom
/ˌʌp.tə.ə.pɔɪnt/
Definition
To a certain extent or degree but not completely.
Examples
  • She agrees with the proposal up-to-a-point, but has some reservations.
  • The theory is accurate up-to-a-point, but more research is needed.
Meaning
This phrase indicates that something is valid or true only to a particular limit or extent.
Synonyms
  • to some extent
  • partially
  • to a degree