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quasi

[ˈkwɑːzi]

quasi Definition

  • 1seemingly; apparently but not really
  • 2having some resemblance usually by possession of certain attributes

Using quasi: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "quasi" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    He was a quasi member of the team, not officially but he helped out.

  • Example

    The company's new product is a quasi-intelligent system that uses machine learning algorithms.

  • Example

    The book is a quasi-autobiographical account of the author's life.

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    The painting is a quasi-abstract representation of a landscape.

quasi Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for quasi

Antonyms for quasi

Phrases with quasi

  • quasi-judicial

    having a partly judicial character by possession of the right to hold hearings on and make findings of fact that have legal significance

    Example

    The quasi-judicial body has the power to investigate and adjudicate complaints against public officials.

  • quasi-contract

    an obligation created by law for the purpose of bringing about justice without reference to the intention of the parties

    Example

    The court found that the plaintiff had a quasi-contractual claim against the defendant for unjust enrichment.

  • quasi-experimental

    a research design that lacks random assignment to treatment or control groups

    Example

    The study used a quasi-experimental design to evaluate the effectiveness of the new teaching method.

Origins of quasi

from Latin 'quasi', meaning 'as if'

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Summary: quasi in Brief

The term 'quasi' [ˈkwɑːzi] means seemingly or apparently but not really, often with some resemblance to the real thing. It can be used to describe someone who is not officially part of a group but helps out, or a product that uses machine learning algorithms but is not fully intelligent. 'Quasi' extends into phrases like 'quasi-judicial,' and 'quasi-experimental,' denoting a partly judicial character or a research design that lacks random assignment.