MIDGET Synonyms: 126 Similar and Opposite Words

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noun

ˈmi-jət

Definition of midget

as in dwarf

something (such as an animal) much smaller than others of its kind a breed that is the midget of the horse world

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midget

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adjective

as in pygmy

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Recent Examples of midget

Noun

For the first time in its history, the US military sent explosive-laden drone boats into combat by attacking an Iranian midget submarine and naval port. — Jeremy Hsu, ArsTechnica, 14 July 2026 Dreyer went on to build many Indy 500 cars in the 1930s and built championship-winning sprint cars, midgets and quarter-midgets. — Bruce Martin, Forbes.com, 14 June 2026 Larson was untouchable in midget racing before Bell came along, and then Bell started beating Larson and forced the Californian to raise his game. — Jordan Bianchi, New York Times, 13 Feb. 2026 From midgets to Indy cars, from sprint cars to stock cars, Stewart was at home behind the wheel. — Edgar Thompson, The Orlando Sentinel, 12 Feb. 2026

Adjective

Beyond missile architecture, Pyongyang supplied Iran with midget submarines, anti-ship missiles, rocket launchers, and specialized commando training. — Charlie Campbell, Time, 17 Aug. 2026

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Noun

While most citrus trees are too large for indoor growing, there are a few small or dwarf varieties of citrus that can be kept indoors year-round in pots.

— Lauren Landers, The Spruce, 16 Oct. 2026
These explosions, known as hypernovas, were first proposed to explain unusual stars in the halo of our galaxy, the Milky Way, and in a neighboring dwarf galaxy.

— Robert Lea, Space.com, 14 Oct. 2026

Definition of dwarf

Adjective

For many of the adults buying them, miniature chairs are design objects as well as children’s furniture.

— Steven Weill, Architectural Digest, 22 Oct. 2026
The savory selection was pleasant enough, but the pastries and miniature cakes were genuinely excellent.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 22 Oct. 2026

Definition of miniature

Noun

The more common nickname, El Mencho, is said to be a diminutive of his first name, Nemesio.

— Senior Editor, Los Angeles Times, 23 Feb. 2026
Another gender-neutral name that had a burst of popularity in the ‘80s and ‘90s, Jamie was a go-to for girls or a diminutive of James for boys.

— Kara Nesvig, Parents, 20 Feb. 2026

Definition of diminutive

Adjective

But SpaceX would just go from EPS that’s a minuscule negative to a tiny positive.

— Shawn Tully, Fortune, 22 Oct. 2026
This tiny wearable device could record thousands of individual neurons simultaneously as animals swim, play, explore, and interact naturally.

— Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 21 Oct. 2026

Definition of tiny

Noun

The industry sees it as a test of mature animation; big studios have avoided greenlighting such films because the rating can cut into toy and merchandise revenue.

— Cerys Davies, Los Angeles Times, 21 Oct. 2026
BofA’s category covers arts and crafts, hobby shops, ski resorts, outdoor retailers, educational toys and some toy stores.

— Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 20 Oct. 2026

Definition of toy

Adjective

Her nails were painted a soft, sheer silver-grey shade that let a teeny bit of her natural nail color peek through, then dotted with rhinestones across each nail.

— Kara Nesvig, Allure, 28 Sep. 2026
After years of teeny-tiny silhouettes reigning supreme, the fashion world has finally decided to embrace styles that can actually fit your belongings—huge win.

— Jordan Julian, InStyle, 26 Sep. 2026

Definition of teeny

Adjective

Sigma added a full-size HDMI port, which is more durable than the original fp’s micro HDMI option, alongside two USB-C ports.

— Andrew Liszewski, The Verge, 23 Oct. 2026
Plainly put, consumers buy toothpaste, groceries, and cleaning supplies regardless of macro or micro economic stress.

— Michael Khouw, CNBC, 21 Oct. 2026

Definition of micro

Adjective

Even boats without visible mussels can transport the invasive species because microscopic larvae can survive in water left inside vessels and equipment.

— Daniel Hunt, Sacbee.com, 23 Oct. 2026
As the crust bakes, the water in the butter turns to steam, creating microscopic flaky layers—and a light, tender crust.

— Melissa Weller, Bon Appetit Magazine, 21 Oct. 2026

Definition of microscopic

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