What does marginally mean?
Marginally means In a marginal manner, or to a marginal extent; barely sufficiently; slightly..
Marginally
/ˈmɑɹd͡ʒɪnəli/ · adverb
Meaning
In a marginal manner, or to a marginal extent; barely sufficiently; slightly..
Definitions by Sense
- In a marginal manner, or to a marginal extent; barely sufficiently; slightly.
- In the margin of a book.
Example Sentences
A similar situation saw Gervinho play in Van Persie rather than going for goal himself, only for the Dutchman to drift marginally offside.
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Word Forms
- more marginally
- most marginally
Usage Notes
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A similar situation saw Gervinho play in Van Persie rather than going for goal himself, only for the Dutchman to drift marginally offside.
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