Definition of "relatively" []

• In a relative manner; in comparison with something else: a relatively minor problem. See Usage Note at perfect. (adverb)

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• "‘Nothing’ may be a bit extreme but I use the term relatively – as compared to truly historic events."
• "Kocherlakota said the backlash against the program did not change his calculation of the plan's costs, which he called relatively small."
• "There are some out there who say 55 percent against what they call the relatively weak field did not leave you in good stead should you decide to mount a statewide campaign."