Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

relatively-recent

adjective

/ˈrɛl.ə.tɪv.li ˈriː.sənt/

Definition

A term used to describe something that has occurred not long ago in relation to other events.

Examples

The relatively recent advancements in technology have transformed how we communicate.
Researchers have highlighted several relatively recent studies on climate change impacts.
The relatively recent rise of social media has changed marketing strategies.

Meaning

The phrase ‘relatively recent’ indicates that an event or situation has emerged or arisen in the recent past when compared to other timeframes or historical occurrences.