Definitions

1. adjective

nearly or almost, but not quite

“The quasi-governmental agency oversees the development of new policies.”

2. noun

a person or thing that is nearly or almost of a particular kind or type

“He was a quasi-intellectual, with interests in philosophy and science.”

3. adverb

in a way that is nearly or almost of a particular kind or type

“She worked as a quasi-consultant, giving advice on a freelance basis.”