quasi
/ˈkwɑzi/
adjective
- Having some resemblance to something but not being exactly that thing; partly or almost.
- The movie is a quasi documentary, mixing real footage with fictional scenes.
- Her quasi apology made it clear she wasn't truly sorry.
- The group formed a quasi committee to plan the event, but it had no official power.
adverb
- In a way that is partly or seemingly, but not completely or officially.
- The company quasi promised a bonus, though nothing was in writing.
- He quasi agreed to the plan, but later changed his mind.
- She quasi smiled, her lips barely moving.
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