partial Definition and Meaning in English (partial definition)

adjective
Quick Answer • Definition

Partial definition: Referring to something that is not complete or whole, or only existing in part.

Definitions of Partial

  1. 1adjective

    Referring to something that is not complete or whole, or only existing in part.

  2. 2adjective

    Showing favoritism towards one person or group over another, or having a strong preference for something.

Example Sentences

formal

“The report provided only a partial view of the situation.”

casual

“She was accused of being partial towards her own team.”

casual

“He only gave a partial answer to the complex question.”

Inflected Word Forms

nounimpartiality
nounpartiality
adjectiveimpartial
adverbpartially

Phrases & Idiomatic Expressions

partial toexpression

Having a strong liking or preference for something or someone.

partial eclipsecollocation

An eclipse in which the moon or sun is only partly obscured.

partial successcollocation

An outcome that is not a complete failure but also not a complete triumph.

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What is the meaning of Partial in English?▼
Partial definition: Referring to something that is not complete or whole, or only existing in part.
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'Partial' translates to 'partial' in English. Partial definition: Referring to something that is not complete or whole, or only existing in part.
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