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Definition somewhat in American English

somewhat adverb

adverb
/ˈsʌmwɑt, ˈsʌmhwɑt/
1

to some degree but not to a large degree

Example

The situation has improved somewhat during the past year.

Example

His behavior has been somewhat unreasonable.

Example

Molly finally agreed, somewhat reluctantly, to go see a doctor.

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Definition somewhat in American English