Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
partial
Adjective
/ˈpɑːrʃəl/
Definition
Relating to only a part of something, not complete.
Examples
- The report provides a partial overview of the project’s progress.
- He has a partiality for chocolate desserts.
- She received a partial refund due to the returned item.
Meaning
Partial describes something that is not complete or is limited in extent. It can refer to a fraction of a whole or a bias toward a specific side.
Synonyms
- incomplete
- fragmentary
- biased