Miniscule: meaning, definitions and examples
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miniscule
[ ˈmɪnɪskjuːl ]
size description
Miniscule refers to something that is extremely small or tiny. It is often used to emphasize the smallness of an object or a detail.
Synonyms
microscopic, minute, small, tiny.
Examples of usage
- The miniscule print on the contract was hard to read.
- He noticed a miniscule insect crawling on the wall.
- Despite its miniscule size, the atom plays a crucial role in chemistry.
Translations
Translations of the word "miniscule" in other languages:
🇵🇹 minúsculo
🇮🇳 सूक्ष्म
🇩🇪 winzig
🇮🇩 kecil
🇺🇦 дрібний
🇵🇱 malutki
🇯🇵 微小な (びしょうな)
🇫🇷 minuscule
🇪🇸 minúsculo
🇹🇷 küçük
🇰🇷 미세한 (misehan)
🇸🇦 دقيق (daqiq)
🇨🇿 miniaturní
🇸🇰 miniatúrny
🇨🇳 微小的 (wēi xiǎo de)
🇸🇮 miniaturni
🇮🇸 smávaxandi
🇰🇿 кішкентай
🇬🇪 მცირე (mtsire)
🇦🇿 kiçik
🇲🇽 minúsculo
Etymology
The word 'miniscule' is often mistakenly spelled as 'minuscule.' However, its actual origins trace back to the Latin word 'minusculus,' which means 'somewhat smaller.' The term evolved through Old French until it took its current form in English. The confusion with the spelling likely arises from its association with lower case letters, as 'minuscule' refers to letters that are not uppercase. Over time, the use of 'miniscule' to describe anything small has become common in English, despite its misspellings. The adaptability of the word reflects the evolving nature of language and how usage can sometimes lead to variations in spelling and meaning.
Word Frequency Rank
At rank #29,596, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.
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