somewhat of

phrase

: to some degree

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

We have somewhat of a problem.

To say he has improved is somewhat of an understatement.

Examples of somewhat of in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

That broader human resonance is also reflected in the guidance Gray gave actor Roman Engel who plays the youngest of Irwin’s two sons, serving as somewhat of a stand-in for the director himself. — Hilary Lewis, HollywoodReporter, 26 Sep. 2026

It's called network planning, and the job is somewhat of an art—but mostly a science. — Chris Dong, Condé Nast Traveler, 21 Sep. 2026

To what degree have Gazans been able to establish somewhat of a normal life over the past eleven months, since the ceasefire went into effect? — Isaac Chotiner, New Yorker, 21 Sep. 2026

Streaming has already developed somewhat of a reputation for being unforgiving. — Katie Campione, Deadline, 18 Sep. 2026

Rhymes for somewhat of

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