somewhat
Translation
somewhat, to some extent, rather
Examples
I was somewhat surprised by the news.
I was somewhat surprised by the news.
The situation is somewhat different now.
The situation is somewhat different now.
He answered somewhat reluctantly.
He answered somewhat reluctantly.
Grammar Patterns
((modifies an adjective or adverb)) to some degree; rather The price is somewhat higher than I expected.
Similar Words
Synonyms: a little, rather, to some degree; Antonyms: completely, very
Etymology
Composed of 'some' and 'what', where 'what' implies a certain unspecified amount or degree.
Memory Tips
Imagine someone asking 'To what extent?' and the answer is 'To some extent'. 'Somewhat' is a compact way of saying that.