Meaning of the word small in English

What does small mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

small

US /smɑːl/

UK /smɔːl/

of a size that is less than normal or usual

Example:

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She lives in a small house.

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He has a small appetite.

Synonym:

tiny little miniature petite compact

Antonym:

large big huge enormous giant

not important or significant

Example:

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It's a small matter, don't worry about it.

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He made a small mistake.

Synonym:

minor trivial insignificant negligible petty

Antonym:

important significant major crucial vital

into small pieces

Example:

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Chop the onions small.

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The machine grinds the grain small.

Synonym:

finely minutely daintily

Antonym:

large big coarsely