minimal
/ˈmɪn.ə.məl/
adjectivenoun
The smallest possible amount, quantity, or degree.
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Adjective 3 meanings
The smallest possible amount, quantity, or degree.
“With minimal effort, you won't be able to achieve all your dreams.”
Characterised by the use of simple form or structures.
Characterised by the repetition and gradual alteration of short phrases.
Noun 1 meaning
Something very small; a tiny part or fragment.
Where it comes from
Etymology
From minimum + -al.
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maximal
MINIMAL at a glance
MINIMAL has 7 letters and scores 11 points in Scrabble (M 3 + I 1 + N 1 + I 1 + M 3 + A 1 + L 1) and 15 in Words With Friends, before board bonuses. It ranks #5,886 by how often it appears in everyday English. It is valid in ENABLE, NWL2023, Collins/SOWPODS.
Rhymes with minimal
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