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Showing synonyms for "small"
little
A synonym of "small" with similar meaning.
- "The little cottage by the lake was perfectly cozy."
- "She made a few little adjustments to improve the design."
From Old English 'lȳtel' (not large, not much). Germanic origin.
modest
A synonym of "small" with similar meaning.
From Latin 'modestus' (keeping due measure), from 'modus' (measure, manner).
compact
A synonym of "small" with similar meaning.
- "The compact car is perfect for city driving."
- "She appreciated the compact design of the new laptop."
From Latin 'compactus' (closely packed), past participle of 'compingere' (to put together).
insignificant
A synonym of "small" with similar meaning.
From Latin 'in-' (not) + 'significans' (signifying), literally 'not signifying much'.
tiny
A synonym of "small" with similar meaning.
- "The tiny apartment was surprisingly efficient."
- "She noticed a tiny crack in the windshield."
From 'tine' (a small amount) + 'y'. First recorded in 1590s.
petite
A synonym of "small" with similar meaning.
From French 'petit' (small), of uncertain origin, possibly from baby talk.
miniature
A synonym of "small" with similar meaning.
From Italian 'miniatura', from Medieval Latin 'miniare' (to illuminate manuscripts).
diminutive
A synonym of "small" with similar meaning.
From Latin 'diminutivus', from 'deminuere' (to make smaller), from 'de-' + 'minuere'.
minute
A synonym of "small" with similar meaning.
- "The scientist examined minute details under the microscope."
- "Even minute changes in temperature can affect the experiment."
From Latin 'minutus' (small), past participle of 'minuere' (to lessen).
microscopic
A synonym of "small" with similar meaning.
From 'micro-' (small) + '-scope' (to view), from Greek 'mikros' + 'skopein'.