partially

adverb

par·​tial·​ly ˈpär-sh(ə-)lē 

1

: to some extent : in some degree

was only partially successful

The building was partially destroyed in the fire.

2

archaic : in a biased manner : with partiality

Synonyms of partially

• halfway
• partly

Examples of partially in a Sentence

I guess I'm partially responsible for what happened.

He only partially explained his reason for leaving.

The building was partially destroyed in the fire.

Recent Examples on the Web

Prosecutors said each project was partially funded by $1 million each in county tax dollars. — Tim Fang, CBS News, 13 Oct. 2026

Harrison Mevis failed to convert two field-goal attempts, including a potential winning kick in overtime that was partially blocked by Buffalo linebacker Greg Rousseau. — Los Angeles Times, 13 Oct. 2026

There have been very few discussions about a change, said one, partially because Schumer has stayed close to almost everyone in his caucus, keeping them on speed dial in his famous flip phone. — ABC News, 12 Oct. 2026

The museum will remain partially open for the duration of the project, and the permanent collection will remain accessible to visitors. — News Desk, Artforum, 12 Oct. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 2

Phrases Containing partially

• partially ordered

Rhymes for partially

• impartially