French Conversation · Level 71
60 words
French word
nettement
Pronunciation
IPA/nɛtəmɑ̃/
Meaning
- adverbclearly
Example
On voit nettement la différence.
You can clearly see the difference.
More examples
Le prix est nettement plus élevé cette année.
The price is much higher this year.
Core concept
A difference or outline that stands out clearly, with no blur or uncertainty.
Common phrases
nettement meilleur
significantly better
nettement supérieur
clearly superior
nettement plus cher
much more expensive
Similar words
clairement: In a clear form that can be understood without difficulty.
largement: By a substantial amount or degree, making the difference noticeable.
visiblement: In a visibly apparent way, confirmed by what can be seen or observed.
Definition in French
De façon claire et sans ambiguïté, facilement perceptible.
Word origin
Nettement is formed from the adjective net, meaning clear or distinct, with the adverbial suffix -ment; net ultimately comes from Latin nitidus, meaning shining or bright.
Usage tips
- Nettement plus or nettement moins means markedly or considerably more or less, not merely clearly more or less.
Other meanings
- significantlyadverb
Opposites
- vaguementvaguelyadverb
- confusémentconfusedlyadverb
Related words
- nettetéclaritynoun