partial
Translation
partial, incomplete, biased
Examples
We only have partial information about the event.
We only have partial information about the event.
He is partial to sweet desserts.
He is partial to sweet desserts.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) not complete We only have partial information.
be partial to ((sth.)) to have a particular liking for sth. He is partial to sweet desserts.
Similar Words
Synonyms: incomplete, limited, biased; Antonyms: complete, total, impartial
Etymology
From Latin 'pars' meaning 'part'. The suffix '-ial' forms an adjective.
Memory Tips
Think of 'a part of the whole'. If you only have a part, your view is 'partial'.