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Adjectives of Size and Quantity - Adjectives of Small Quantity

This class of adjectives describe the limited or minimal amount, number, or extent of something and emphasize its scarcity, meagerness, or restricted nature.

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Categorized English Adjectives of Size and Quantity
scarce
[Adjective]

existing in smaller amounts than what is needed

Ex: Water scarce during the drought , prompting conservation efforts throughout the region .
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only
[Adjective]

without another thing or person existing in the same category

Ex: only sound in the forest was the rustling of leaves in the wind .
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singular
[Adjective]

referring to a single item or entity

Ex: The committee was formed to address singular issue .
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sole
[Adjective]

existing without any others of the same type

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lone
[Adjective]

isolated and without any support

Ex: lone researcher struggled to find support for his unconventional theory .
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single
[Adjective]

no more than one in number

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solitary
[Adjective]

existing as the only one and without any other of the same kind

Ex: Despite their efforts , they could n't produce solitary proof to support their claims .
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minimum
[Adjective]

having the least or smallest amount possible

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mere
[Adjective]

used to highlight how insignificant, minor, or small something is

Ex: The hike seemed challenging , but it was mere walk in the park for experienced hikers .
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dual
[Adjective]

having or consisting of two aspects, parts, functions, etc.

Ex: The cardual functionality allows it to operate on both electricity and gasoline .
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binary
[Adjective]

pertaining to or involving of two distinct elements or parts

Ex: The debate was framed in binary way , focusing on two opposing viewpoints .
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double
[Adjective]

consisting of two equal or similar things or parts

Ex: The recipe called for double serving of chocolate chips to enhance the flavor .
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triple
[Adjective]

consisting of three part, elements, people, etc.

Ex: The novel follows triple narrative , each from the perspective of a different character .
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meager
[Adjective]

lacking in quantity, quality, or extent

Ex: The job offer came with meager salary that did not align with the candidate 's expectations .
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small
[Adjective]

minor or limited in extent, intensity, or amount

Ex: The donation made small difference , but every bit helped the community .
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minimal
[Adjective]

very small in amount or degree, often the smallest possible

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