something of

phrase

: to some degree

—used to make a statement or description less forceful or definite

He is something of an expert with car repair.

We have something of a problem here.

The movie was something of a disappointment.

Examples of something of in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Among his fellow metalheads, Åkerfeldt was something of an outcast. — Sam Goldner, Pitchfork, 19 July 2026

In parts of southern Illinois, black vultures are something of a fascination among locals, like the armadillos who arrived before them. — Andrew Carter, Chicago Tribune, 19 July 2026

This landmark resort is something of a Bajan institution, with elegant interiors and an awesomely beautiful setting that ensures it is consistently ranked as one of the best hotels in the Caribbean. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 19 July 2026

The Stick Klaveness’s speech in Doha made her something of a cult hero among human rights advocates. — Tom Kludt, Vanity Fair, 17 July 2026

Rhymes for something of

• hereinabove
• above
• foxglove
• hereof
• thereof
• whereof
• dove
• glove
• love
• shove