Gloss · Another word for · small

Another word for small.

Small gives the size but not the feeling. Say whether it’s cozy, tiny, or too slight to matter.

Pleasantly small

• littleSmall, often said with affection.They rented a little cabin in the woods.
• compactSmall and efficiently made.The compact stroller folds flat for the car.
• cozySmall and snug, in a good way.It’s a cozy apartment above the bakery.

Very small

• tinyVery small; plain and clear.The tiny kitten fit in his palm.
• minuteExtremely small; precise and formal.The lab found minute traces of lead in the water.
• microscopicToo small to see; often said in jest.The hotel room had a microscopic bathroom.

Too small to matter

• minorSmall in importance.We made a few minor changes to the plan.
• slightSmall in degree; barely there.There’s a slight chance of rain tonight.
• negligibleSo small it can be ignored.The difference in price is negligible.

When to keep “small”

Keep small when you want no judgment in it; a small house is simply a small house.

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