Comparatively
/kəmˈpærətɪvli/
Definitions
In a way that allows for comparison; relatively.
/kəmˈpærətɪvli/
To a greater or lesser extent than something else.
Comparatively, this task is easier than the last one.
💡 Simply: It's like saying 'in comparison to...' Imagine comparing two pizzas: one is comparatively bigger than the other.
👶 For kids: It means to show how something is different from something else.
More Examples
The cost of living is comparatively higher in this city.
How It's Used
"Comparatively speaking, this car is more expensive than that one."
"The study showed comparatively higher rates of success in the treatment group."
From Middle English *comparatyvely, from comparatif (adjective) + -ly.
The word has been used similarly across centuries, always emphasizing relative comparison.
Memory tip
Think 'compare' + '-atively' – it's about making a comparison.