Used in a Sentence

smallest

Definitions, parts of speech, synonyms, and sentence examples for smallest.

Editorial note

The real aim of a startup is to change the world either in the smallest, unnoticeable way or at perceptibly larger way.

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Parts of speech1

Quick take

having or being distinguished by diminutive size

Meaning at a glance

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adjective

having or being distinguished by diminutive size

adjective

minimal in magnitude

Definitions

Core meanings and parts of speech for smallest.

Example sentences

1

The real aim of a startup is to change the world either in the smallest, unnoticeable way or at perceptibly larger way.

2

What is that saying about people yelling the loudest when the differences are smallest or something?

3

According to their article their smallest drone category is the size of a small child.

4

Then x+y is represented as the open interval (x, x+ULP) where x+ULP is the smallest representable exact unum greater than x.

5

We can't expect a company to spend multiple years on the latter, but even the smallest, leanest startup can afford the former.

6

Suppose the smallest (positive) number of rotations it takes to return is d.

7

The smallest one is a cube, then a red rod exactly two cubes.

8

Microsoft chose the option that would likely upset the smallest group of people.

9

Personally, I find I can get only the smallest and simplest of my ideas down on paper.

10

Their mobile apps do the same with your phone contacts, cleverly hiding the checkmark (in smallest font) to disallow the uploading of contacts.

11

If there was ever a meaningful enforcement mechanism for these treaties, it no longer exists except in the case of the smallest, easiest targets.

12

The problem with having them in a small tank is that they are amazing escape artists and can slip through the smallest of holes.

Quote examples

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Just as drivers must show proficiency behind the wheel over long periods of time, companies will need show progress along the curve of “cyber maturity” to gain access to the lowest premiums and the smallest deductibles.

Frequently asked questions

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How do you use smallest in a sentence?

The real aim of a startup is to change the world either in the smallest, unnoticeable way or at perceptibly larger way.

What does smallest mean?

having or being distinguished by diminutive size

What part of speech is smallest?

smallest is commonly used as adjective.