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Imperfectly

Pronunciation varies by accent · adverb

Meaning

In an imperfect manner or degree; not fully or completely..

Example Sentences

We cannot look, however imperfectly, upon a great man, without gaining something by him.
Mrs. PAGE is gifted with a pleasing voice, which is yet imperfectly weeded of certain sharpnesses, but seems susceptible of a wide range of melodious inflection.

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What does imperfectly mean?

Imperfectly means In an imperfect manner or degree; not fully or completely..

What is a synonym for imperfectly?

Common synonyms include amiss.

What is the opposite of imperfectly?

Possible antonyms include perfectly.

How do you use imperfectly in a sentence?

We cannot look, however imperfectly, upon a great man, without gaining something by him.

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