Simple meaning
What does Slightly mean?
Slightly means a little bit.
Dictionary definition
by a small amount.
Example sentences
Slightly in a sentence
easy
The chart helped us understand slightly in a clear way.
medium
In class discussion, we used slightly to compare the results.
hard
The reading passage used slightly to explain changes in amount and degree.
Synonyms
Words like Slightly
greatlyClose in meaning in many contexts.
slowlyClose in meaning in many contexts.
Antonyms
Opposite words
barelyHelpful contrast for meaning.
oppositeHelpful contrast for meaning.
Word family
Slightly word family
Base word
slightly
adverb
slightly
Base form.
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Practice 1
What does slightly mean?
SLIGHTLY means slightly means a little bit.
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