Partial (Adjective)
Meaning 1
Being or affecting only a part; not total; "a partial description of the suspect"; "partial collapse"; "a partial eclipse"; "a partial monopoly"; "partial immunity".
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- The surgeon made a partial recovery after the long illness and was able to return to work on a limited schedule.
- A partial blackout hit the city due to the high winds that damaged several power lines.
- The astronauts were amazed by the stunning partial solar eclipse that occurred during their space mission.
- The pharmaceutical company enjoyed a partial monopoly on the production of a specific medication.
- After being infected with a mild case of the disease, she developed partial immunity and was able to avoid serious illness.
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Meaning 2
(followed by `of' or `to') having a strong preference or liking for; "fond of chocolate"; "partial to horror movies".
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Synonyms
Meaning 3
Showing favoritism.
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- The teacher was accused of being partial to the students who were her favorites, often giving them easier assignments and more lenient grading.
- The judge was criticized for being partial to the wealthy defendant, imposing a lighter sentence than was expected.
- The manager was accused of being partial to his friends in the company, promoting them to higher positions without considering other qualified candidates.
- The coach was accused of being partial to his star player, giving him more playing time and attention than the other team members.
- The referee was accused of being partial to the home team, making calls that favored them and hurt the opposing team's chances of winning.