Driblet: meaning, definitions and examples

Used when referring to a very small amount of liquid, often in the context of carefully measured or unnoticeable quantities.

• A driblet of sauce was left at the bottom of the bowl.
• She added just a driblet of oil to the pan to keep the vegetables from sticking.

Commonly used to describe a single small quantity of a liquid or very small amount of something, sometimes in the context of adding a precise or controlled quantity.

• Just add a drop of vanilla extract to improve the flavor.
• He felt a drop of rain on his face before it started to pour.

Refers to a very small, often barely detectable, amount of something, commonly used in scientific or investigative contexts.

• They found trace amounts of the substance in the water sample.
• There was a trace of sadness in her smile.

Informally used to describe a very small amount of something, often in cooking or casual conversation.

• Just add a smidgen of salt for extra flavor.
• There was a smidgen of doubt in his voice.

Utilized when talking about a small but sufficient amount of something more abstract, like qualities or emotions, often used in formal or literary contexts.

• She showed a modicum of patience while dealing with the slow waiter.
• If everyone had a modicum of respect, the world would be a better place.