Slight figure: meaning, definitions and examples

This phrase is ideal when referring to someone delicately built, often highlighting a delicate or fragile appearance.

• She had a slight figure, almost as if a strong wind could blow her away.

Ideal for describing someone who is attractively thin and has a graceful appearance, often used in a flattering way.

• His slender frame allowed him to move through the crowd with ease.

Appropriate for a straightforward description of someone who has low body fat, although it can sometimes carry a neutral or negative connotation if the thinness suggests poor health or undernourishment.

• The man was thin and looked as if he hadn't had a good meal in weeks.
• She was thin but not to the point of looking unhealthy.

Use 'petite' when describing a small and often dainty person, typically a woman, emphasizing her small and attractive build.

• She was a petite woman, perfectly proportioned despite her small size.

Commonly used to describe something of a limited size, quantity, or extent. This word is versatile and can be used in numerous everyday contexts.

• They lived in a small apartment
• She handed him a small package

Best used to describe something that is moderate, not too large, or extravagant. It can also be used to describe someone who does not boast about their achievements.

• They lived in a modest house in the suburbs
• She received many compliments but remained modest about her achievements

Used when referring to the least possible amount or degree of something. This is often used in contexts where limitations or constraints are being described.

• The minimal level of investment required is $100
• Her response was minimal, showing little interest