limitedly

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limitedly

She used her knowledge limitedly to solve the simple puzzle.

Definition

Adverb: - In a limited manner: To do something with restrictions, constraints, or within defined boundaries. It indicates an action performed not fully, extensively, or freely, but rather in a confined or partial way.

Usage

The adverb "limitedly" is used to modify a verb, describing that the action is done in a restricted or confined way. It is a formal word. - It typically follows the verb it modifies or appears at the end of a clause. - It is often used in formal, academic, or technical writing to describe constrained applicability or scope.

Examples
  • The new policy has been implemented only limitedly so far, affecting just two departments.
  • This theory can be applied limitedly to social sciences, but not to the hard sciences.
  • Resources were available, but they were used limitedly due to strict regulations.
  • She participated limitedly in the discussions, offering only a few comments.
Advanced Usage
  • "To function limitedly": To operate with reduced capacity or within a narrow range.
    • After the damage, the machine could only function limitedly.
  • "To be valid limitedly": To be true or applicable only under specific conditions or within a certain context.
    • His argument is valid limitedly, as it ignores key economic factors.
Variants and Related Words
  • Limited (adjective): Restricted in size, amount, or extent.
    • We have a limited budget for the project.
  • Limitation (noun): A restricting rule or circumstance; a deficiency.
    • The main limitation of the study is its small sample size.
  • Limit (noun/verb): The point or edge beyond which something cannot go; to set a restriction.
    • Noun: There is a speed limit on this road.
    • Verb: We must limit our spending.
Synonyms
  • Restrictedly: In a controlled or confined way.
  • Partially: To some extent; not completely.
  • Constrainedly: In a forced or inhibited manner.
Antonyms
  • Extensively: In a far-reaching or comprehensive manner.
  • Fully: Completely; to the utmost extent.
  • Unlimitedly: Without any limits or restrictions.
Notes on Usage

"Limitedly" is not a very common word in everyday spoken English. In many cases, phrases like "in a limited way," "to a limited extent," or "only partially" are more frequently used. "Limitedly" is most appropriate in formal or precise contexts where conciseness is valued.

limitedly

She used her knowledge limitedly to solve the simple puzzle.

Adverb
  1. in a limited manner