Minimal: meaning, definitions and examples

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minimal

 

[ ˈmɪnɪməl ]

Adjective / Noun
Context #1 | Adjective

design

of a minimum amount, quantity, or degree; minimalistic

Synonyms

basic, minimalistic, simple

Examples of usage

  • The design of the house was minimal, with clean lines and neutral colors.
  • She preferred a minimal approach to interior decoration, with only essential furniture pieces.
Context #2 | Adjective

amount

very small or slight in size, amount, or degree

Synonyms

negligible, slight, small

Examples of usage

  • She gave a minimal response to the question, indicating her lack of interest.
  • The impact of the new policy on the budget was minimal, barely noticeable.
Context #3 | Noun

art

a style or technique that is characterized by extreme simplicity and a deliberate lack of decoration

Synonyms

austerity, restraint, simplicity

Examples of usage

  • Minimalism in art focuses on the use of simple forms and colors to convey a powerful message.
  • The artist embraced minimalism in her work, stripping away all unnecessary elements.

Translations

Translations of the word "minimal" in other languages:

🇵🇹 mínimo

🇮🇳 न्यूनतम

🇩🇪 minimal

🇮🇩 minimal

🇺🇦 мінімальний

🇵🇱 minimalny

🇯🇵 最小限の

🇫🇷 minimal

🇪🇸 mínimo

🇹🇷 minimum

🇰🇷 최소한의

🇸🇦 أدنى

🇨🇿 minimální

🇸🇰 minimálny

🇨🇳 最小的

🇸🇮 minimalen

🇮🇸 lágmarks

🇰🇿 минималды

🇬🇪 მინიმალური

🇦🇿 minimal

🇲🇽 mínimo

Etymology

The word 'minimal' originated in the mid 17th century from the Latin word 'minimalis', meaning 'the smallest'. It has been used in various contexts over the centuries, evolving to represent concepts of simplicity, restraint, and efficiency. In modern usage, 'minimal' is often associated with contemporary design, art, and lifestyle trends that prioritize clean lines, minimal decoration, and essential elements.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #4,543, this word represents useful upper-intermediate vocabulary. Understanding and using it will help you express more complex ideas effectively.