relatively
adverb
rel·a·tive·ly
ˈre-lə-tiv-lē 
Examples of relatively in a Sentence
these newly acquired in-laws felt relatively comfortable at our family reunion
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Finally, compared with the massive bureaucracies of modern governments and corporations, the Vatican is relatively small and not as wealthy as it is often portrayed.
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Daniel Speed Thompson, The Conversation, 3 Mar. 2025
One of these is a relatively rosy economic scenario, the other less so, nonetheless, either or both would likely see rate cutting by the FOMC.
—Simon Moore, Forbes, 3 Mar. 2025
But largely, Oscar night was pleasantly familiar, a respite after years of relatively chaotic ceremonies.
—David Sims, The Atlantic, 3 Mar. 2025
Without a deep historical reference point, Millennials may perceive today's economic conditions as relatively stable—even if Boomers see red flags.
—Gordon G. Chang, Newsweek, 3 Mar. 2025
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Daniel Speed Thompson, The Conversation, 3 Mar. 2025
One of these is a relatively rosy economic scenario, the other less so, nonetheless, either or both would likely see rate cutting by the FOMC.
—Simon Moore, Forbes, 3 Mar. 2025
But largely, Oscar night was pleasantly familiar, a respite after years of relatively chaotic ceremonies.
—David Sims, The Atlantic, 3 Mar. 2025
Without a deep historical reference point, Millennials may perceive today's economic conditions as relatively stable—even if Boomers see red flags.
—Gordon G. Chang, Newsweek, 3 Mar. 2025
See All Example Sentences for relatively
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“Relatively.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/relatively. Accessed 13 Mar. 2025.
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