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Uncommonslightest
The correct spelling is slightest.
How to pronounce slightest
/ˈslaɪtɪst/
verbIPA: /ˈslaɪtɪst/
Say it like: Sli-tes-t
The correct spelling is slightest. To treat as unimportant or not worthy of attention; to make light of. For example: "a slight but graceful woman"
Usage Examples
“a slight but graceful woman”
“A slight stone”
“The sea was slight and calm”
Meanings
verb
- 1.To treat as unimportant or not worthy of attention; to make light of.
- 2.To give lesser weight or importance to.
- 3.To treat with disdain or neglect, usually out of prejudice, hatred, or jealousy; to ignore disrespectfully.
- 4.To act negligently or carelessly.
- 5.(of a fortification) To render no longer defensible by full or partial demolition.
adjective
- 1.Small
- 2.Of slender build
- 3.Even, smooth or level
- 4.(especially said of the swa) still; with little or no movement on the surface
- 5.Foolish; silly; not intellectual.
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