comparatively
UK: kəmˈpærətɪvli | US: kəmˈpærətɪvli
adv. to a moderate degree when measured against something else
adv. in a relative manner; by comparison
The word "comparatively" stems from the Latin "comparare" (com- "with" + parare "to prepare, arrange"), meaning "to liken or measure against." The suffix "-ative" transforms the verb "compare" into an adjective ("comparative"), and "-ly" further converts it into an adverb. The term reflects a logical progression from action (comparing) to quality (relative measurement) to manner (doing so in a measured way).
The cost of living here is comparatively low.
She performed comparatively well in the exam.
This method is comparatively efficient.
The task was completed comparatively quickly.
His health has improved comparatively since last year.