Word SLIGHT: meanings, synonyms & antonyms

slight

🇺🇸 [slaɪt]

Meanings

Small in degree, amount, or extent. It can describe something that is barely noticeable or of little consequence. It can also refer to a minor or insignificant insult or offense.

Examples

• There was a slight delay in the train's arrival.
• He gave a slight smile before turning away.
• The slight differences in temperature were barely perceptible.

Synonyms

minor • small • insignificant

Antonyms

significant • major • substantial