The term 'to a small degree' can be expressed in three different ways using the solutions from the crossword. The first solution is 'SLIGHTLY' which is an 8 letter word. This word is an adverb that means to a small degree or extent. The second solution is 'lly' which is a 3 letter word. This is an abbreviation for the phrase 'little by little' which also means to a small degree. The third solution is 'atrifle' which is a 7 letter word. This is an old-fashioned expression that means to a small degree or extent.