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Synonyms for minimum

Most common

least minimal nominal

All synonyms

Adjective

Noun

Definitions

  1. adj. 1

    To the lowest degree.

  2. n. 1

    The lowest limit.

    We need a minimum of three staff members on duty at all times.

Forms

Plural
minimums

Example sentences

  • least Charles always takes the line of least resistance.
  • minimal The chance that Tom will mend his ways is minimal.
  • nominal Mary bought a semi-derelict house for the nominal sum of £1.

Popularity over time

Word1850 → 2019Trend
minimumfalling
leaststeady
minimalsteady
nominalsteady

Use in printed books, per decade from 1850 to 2019.

By length

5 letters
least1
7 letters
minimal3, nominal3

The small number after each word is its number of syllables (minimal3 = 3 syllables).

In other languages

Français
minimum
Deutsch
Minimum