Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

partly

Adverb
/ˈpɑːrtli/
Definition
To some extent; not completely.
Examples
  • The project was partly successful, achieving some of its goals.
  • She was partly responsible for the decision, but not entirely.
  • Partly cloudy skies are expected for the afternoon.
Meaning
The adverb ‘partly’ indicates that something is true or exists only in some parts, but not fully or entirely.
Synonyms
  • Somewhat
  • Partially
  • In part