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smallest

The correct spelling is smallest.

How to pronounce smallest

/ˈsmɔːlɪst/
adjective

IPA: /ˈsmɔːlɪst/

Say it like: Sma-lle-st

The correct spelling is smallest. Not large or big; insignificant; few in number. For example: "A small group."

Usage Examples

A small group.

Remember when the children were small?

a small space of time

Meanings

adjective

  1. 1.Not large or big; insignificant; few in number.
  2. 2.Young, as a child.
  3. 3.(writing, incomparable) Minuscule or lowercase, referring to written or printed letters.
  4. 4.Envincing little worth or ability; not large-minded; paltry; mean.
  5. 5.Not prolonged in duration; not extended in time; short.

adverb

  1. 1.In a small fashion.
  2. 2.In or into small pieces.
  3. 3.To a small extent.
  4. 4.In a low tone; softly.

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