slightest

adjective

as in smallest
being the least in amount, number, or size possible there's not the slightest chance that your plan will work

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for slightest
  1. smallest
  2. minimum
  3. small
  4. minimal
Adjective
  • While that’s painful for house hunters, note that the surge was the 18th-smallest among states and trailed the 93% jump nationally.
    — Jonathan Lansner, Oc Register, 24 Apr. 2026
Definition of smallest
Adjective
  • In the initial screening, AccuPoint Solutions uses a variety of primary data points as a minimum baseline, maximum ceiling or within a range to eliminate those firms that do not meet CNBC's requirements.
    — Kelli Grant, CFP®,Riley de León, CNBC, 8 Oct. 2026
  • And if minimum payments themselves have become difficult to manage, other options — including creditor hardship programs, debt consolidation or, in more serious situations, debt relief — may be worth exploring.
    — Angelica Leicht, CBS News, 7 Oct. 2026
Definition of minimum
Adjective
  • Only about a dozen countries have active programs, including small Caribbean island states.
    — Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 3 Oct. 2026
  • The treasurer’s office says the administrative cost of processing very small payments can exceed their value.
    — Mark Lewyn, Hartford Courant, 2 Oct. 2026
Definition of small
Adjective
  • The original design, which debuted during artistic director Nicolas Ghesquière’s show, featured some yellow elements throughout, including at the bust layered effect and the minimal seams just beneath the bustline.
    — Julia Teti, Footwear News, 8 Oct. 2026
  • Streamlined and minimal, the only bells and whistles in Branch’s office furniture are details that make a real difference throughout the workday (like adjustable arm rests and flexible lumbar support).
    — Kate McGregor, Architectural Digest, 8 Oct. 2026
Definition of minimal
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“Slightest.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/slightest. Accessed 9 Oct. 2026.

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