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Somewhat

usgb/ˈsʌmwʌt/Volume
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Subtle IntensityPlay
Use 'somewhat' to express a mild intensity or a less extreme state of being than adjectives alone. SlideThe soup is somewhat spicy, enough to notice but not overwhelming.
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Vague QuantificationPlay
'Somewhat' is useful when the exact degree is unknown, unclear, or not important. SlideThe instructions were somewhat helpful, though I still had questions.
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Emotional NuancePlay
Express feelings with less intensity or avoid overstatement by using ‘somewhat’. SlideI'm somewhat annoyed at the delay, but it's not a big deal.