partially
adv. degreeadv. only in part, rather than completely. You use this when something is finished or true to some degree, but not 100%.
adv. to a limited degree or extent; not wholly. Often used to qualify adjectives or verbs where a binary state is not applicable.
The building was only partially finished when we moved in.
The road is partially blocked by fallen trees, so drivers should expect significant delays during their morning commute.
The researchers concluded that the experiment was only partially successful, as the chemical reaction occurred under controlled laboratory conditions but failed to replicate in a natural environment.
From partial + -ly.
Typically placed before the adjective or past participle it modifies.
The work is partial done.The work is partially done.Learners often use the adjective 'partial' instead of the adverb 'partially' to modify a verb or another adjective.