Preliminarily vs. Preliminary

Preliminarily vs. Preliminary — Is There a Difference?
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Difference Between Preliminarily and Preliminary

Preliminarilyadverb

In a preliminary manner.

Preliminaryadjective

In preparation for the main matter; initial, introductory, preparatory.

These are just the preliminary results.

Preliminarynoun

A preparation for a main matter; an introduction

Preliminarynoun

Any of a series of sports events that determine the finalists

Preliminarynoun

A relatively minor contest that precedes a major one, especially in boxing

Preliminarynoun

a minor match preceding the main event

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Preliminarynoun

something that serves as a preceding event or introduces what follows;

training is a necessary preliminary to employmentdrinks were the overture to dinner

Preliminaryadjective

designed to orient or acquaint with a situation before proceeding;

a preliminary investigation