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Comparative

usgb/kəmˈpærətɪv/Volume
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Comparison Basis

Indicates the specific characteristic being used to show differences between two things.

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On a comparative basis, the climate in California is drier than in Florida.
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Softening Criticism

Used to express criticism in a less direct or softer manner.

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Comparatively speaking, his performance is not on par with the rest of the team.
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