Simple meaning
What does Small mean?
Small means little or not big.
Dictionary definition
Not large in size, amount, or number.
Example sentences
Small in a sentence
easy
The small cup fit in my hand.
medium
A small change made the story clearer.
hard
Even a small act of kindness can help someone feel welcome.
Synonyms
Words like Small
littleUse for something small in size or amount.
tinyUse for something very small.
Antonyms
Opposite words
bigUse for something large.
hugeUse for something very large.
Word family
Small word family
Base word
small
adjective
smaller
More small.
adjective
smallest
Most small.
noun
smallness
The quality of being small.
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Quick practice
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Practice 1
Which word is closest in meaning to small?
Small and little both mean not big.
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