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PARTIAL

(adj., noun, adj.sat, verb)

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There are 7 meanings of the word Partial.

Partial - as an adjective

Constituting or comprising a part or fraction of a possible whole or entirety

Example: "A fractional share of the vote"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
fractional15

Showing favoritism

Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
impartial13

Partial - as a noun

The derivative of a function of two or more variables with respect to a single variable while the other variables are considered to be constant

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
partial derivative

A harmonic with a frequency that is a multiple of the fundamental frequency

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
overtone11partial tone

Partial - as an adjective satellite

Being or affecting only a part; not total

Example: "A partial description of the suspect"

(followed by `of' or `to') having a strong preference or liking for

Example: "Fond of chocolate"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
fond8

Partial - as a verb

To take the partial regression coefficient.

Example Sentences

"She only offered a partial explanation for her absence."
"The judge declared a mistrial due to a partial jury."
"I have a partial view of the ocean from my bedroom window."
"The company received partial payment for the services rendered."
"He has a partial disability which requires him to use a wheelchair."
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Word Game Points

Is PARTIAL a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, partial is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

PARTIAL has a SCRABBLE points total of 9.

Is PARTIAL a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, partial is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
PARTIAL has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 11.

Is PARTIAL a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, partial is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
PARTIAL has a WORDFEUD points total of 10.

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