adverb

relatively

comparatively, in relation, comparison, or proportion to something else

The exam was relatively easy.

The exam was relatively easy.

He's a relatively new employee.

He's a relatively new employee.

relatively ((adjective/adverb)) to a certain degree when compared to other things The house is relatively small.

Synonyms: comparatively, fairly, quite; Antonyms: absolutely, extremely

From the adjective 'relative' plus the adverb-forming suffix '-ly'.

It means 'in relation to' or 'compared to' other things. Not absolutely easy, but 'relatively' easy.

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