adverb
partly
To some extent, but not completely.
The road is partly blocked by a fallen tree.
Etymology
The word for a part takes the adverb ending -ly. Partly describes something as true or complete only to a portion of its full extent.
More examples
- The forecast calls for partly cloudy skies.
- I am partly responsible for the delay.
- She walks to work partly to save money.
Forms
partly
part noun — One portion of a larger whole.
Similar words
- partially
- Often emphasizes that a task or process remains incomplete.
- somewhat
- Emphasizes a limited degree rather than a portion.