Adjectives of Size and Quantity - Adjectives of Small and Medium Size
The adjectives that describe small and medium dimensions are used to convey the compactness, diminutive nature, or reduced scale of an object or concept.
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little
[Adjective]
below average in size
Ex: The little kitten curled up in the corner, its tiny frame barely visible in the dim light.
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microscopic
[Adjective]
too small to be seen with the naked eye
Ex: The microscopic organisms in the pond water were revealed under the microscope, displaying a hidden world of tiny life forms.
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mini
[Adjective]
very small, usually smaller than the standard or usual size
Ex: The mini cupcakes were bite-sized and perfect for snacking.
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minuscule
[Adjective]
incredibly small in size
Ex: The minuscule insects crawled along the forest floor, nearly invisible to the naked eye.
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[Adjective]
much smaller in scale or size compared to the usual form
Ex: The miniature model of the Eiffel Tower was intricately detailed, capturing the essence of the iconic landmark in a tiny form.
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[Adjective]
(Scottish) very small in size
Ex: The toddler toddled around the garden, picking up wee flowers with tiny hands.
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medium
[Adjective]
having a size that is not too big or too small, but rather in the middle
Ex: They ordered a medium pizza to share among the group, neither too big nor too small.
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[Adjective]
much smaller than what is normal
Ex: The diminutive kitten curled up in the corner, its tiny frame emitting soft purrs.
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puny
[Adjective]
small and weak in strength or size
Ex: The puny sapling struggled to grow amidst the towering trees of the forest.
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[Adjective]
extremely small, almost to the point of being unnoticeable
Ex: The infinitesimal crack in the glass was barely visible to the naked eye.
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medium-sized
[Adjective]
having a size that is not small or big
Ex: The medium-sized dog was just the right fit for their family, not too big for their apartment yet not too small to enjoy outdoor activities.
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Sign inlilliputian
[Adjective]
very small in size, related to the fictional country of Lilliput in Jonathan Swift's "Gulliver's Travels"
Ex: The lilliputian dolls displayed in the shop window captured the attention of passersby with their intricate details.
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Sign in| Adjectives of Size and Quantity | |||
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| Adjectives of Dimension | Adjectives of Large Size | Adjectives of Small and Medium Size | Adjectives of Small Quantity |
| Adjectives of Large Quantity | Adjectives of Change in Quantity | Adjectives of Excess | Adjectives of High Amount |
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