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minutest

 

[ mɪˈnjuːtəst ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

extremely small

Minutest refers to the smallest or most insignificant part of something. It often describes details that are so small they can be easily overlooked. The term suggests a level of precision and attention to the tiniest aspects.

Synonyms

infinitesimal, microscopic, tiny

Examples of usage

  • He noticed the minutest details in the painting.
  • The scientist required the minutest measurements for the experiment.
  • She contributed the minutest efforts towards the project's success.

Translations

Translations of the word "minutest" in other languages:

🇵🇹 mínimo

🇮🇳 न्यूनतम

🇩🇪 kleinste

🇮🇩 terkecil

🇺🇦 найменший

🇵🇱 najmniejszy

🇯🇵 最小の

🇫🇷 minuscule

🇪🇸 mínimo

🇹🇷 en küçük

🇰🇷 가장 작은

🇸🇦 الأدنى

🇨🇿 nejmenší

🇸🇰 najmenší

🇨🇳 最小的

🇸🇮 najmanjši

🇮🇸 minnst

🇰🇿 ең кіші

🇬🇪 მცირე

🇦🇿 ən kiçik

🇲🇽 mínimo

Etymology

The word 'minutest' is derived from the word 'minute,' which comes from the Latin 'minutus,' meaning 'small.' The term has its roots in Middle English, where it was used to refer to something little or insignificant. Over time, 'minute' evolved to also take on the meanings related to detail and precision, leading to the formation of 'minutest' as a superlative form. This reflects the evolution of language as it adapted to describe ever smaller distinctions in size and detail, particularly in scientific and artistic contexts.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #23,563, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.