Simple meaning
What does Partial mean?
only part, not all.
Dictionary definition
not complete; including only part of something.
Example sentences
Partial in a sentence
easy
The class used partial to describe the result in simple words.
medium
In reading, we compared two passages and discussed why one description seemed more partial.
hard
During group work, students explained how partial changed the meaning and evaluation of the information.
Synonyms
Words like Partial
similar wordClose in meaning, but usage can depend on context.
related termUsed in similar descriptions with small differences.
Antonyms
Opposite words
opposite qualityA useful contrast in descriptive meaning.
different conditionShows a contrasting state or level.
Word family
Partial word family
Base word
partial
adjective
partial
Base form.
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Practice 1
What does partial mean?
Partial means only part, not all.
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