Search Dictionary
Definition of comparatively

comparatively

/kəmˈpær.ə.tɪv.li/
com · par · a · tive · ly
Adjective:comparative
JUMP TO:

comparatively Lexical Profile

comparatively Game Scores & Validity

• adverb

1

To a moderate degree when judged in relation to other similar things; relatively.

Example

"The winter temperatures in the coastal region remained comparatively mild throughout January."

2

By means of comparison or comparative analysis.

Example

"The linguist examined the two ancient dialects comparatively to reconstruct their shared ancestral roots."

Synonyms
View all synonyms for comparatively
Antonyms
View all antonyms for comparatively

• Rhymes for comparatively

• Nearby Words

comparable
comparably
comparative
comparatively
compare
comparer
comparison

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in English from the adjective 'comparative' plus the adverbial suffix '-ly', tracing back to Latin 'comparativus', from 'comparare' (to pair or match together).

Cite this Entry

Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Comparatively. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/comparatively
Built for writers, students, and competitive word game players, Wordmom combines an uncluttered English dictionary and thesaurus with fast, pattern-based word finders so you can verify definitions, synonyms, and high-scoring tile plays in one place.
Word Games & Solvers
Word FinderScrabble Word FinderWords With Friends CheatWordle SolverAnagram Solver
Dictionary & Reference
DictionarySynonymsAntonymsWords
Community
Contact UsEditorial PolicyPrivacy PolicyTerms and Conditions
© 2016–2026 Wordmom Network. All rights reserved. Made with for word lovers everywhere.
Disclaimer: SCRABBLE® is a registered trademark. All intellectual property rights in and to the game are owned in the U.S.A. and Canada by Hasbro Inc., and throughout the rest of the world by J.W. Spear & Sons Limited of Maidenhead, Berkshire, England, a subsidiary of Mattel Inc. Mattel and Spear are not affiliated with Hasbro. Words With Friends® is a registered trademark of Zynga Inc. Wordle® is a registered trademark of The New York Times Company. Other referenced game titles and tournament lexicon codes (including NASPA NWL and WESPA/HarperCollins CSW) are trademarks of their respective owners. Wordmom is an independent reference utility for educational and entertainment purposes and is not affiliated with, sponsored by, or endorsed by Hasbro, Mattel, Spear, Zynga, The New York Times Company, NASPA, WESPA, or HarperCollins Publishers. All game names are referenced strictly under nominative fair use to indicate compatibility.