MINIMAL Synonyms: 32 Similar and Opposite Words

minimal

adjective

ˈmi-nə-məl

Definition of minimal

as in slightest

being the least in amount, number, or size possible the beached whales were returned to the sea with only minimal loss of life

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Recent Examples of minimal This is the kind of simple outfit involves minimal planning, while looking thoroughly put-together. — Izzy Baskette, PEOPLE, 3 July 2026 Many brands’ bulky liquid detergent bottles are generally less eco-friendly than laundry sheets and their minimal packaging. — Jamie Cuccinelli, Martha Stewart, 3 July 2026 The nylon uppers make the style unbelievably lightweight on foot, while super minimal outsoles (which somehow sneak in support from EVA cushioning) add to the retro runner’s supreme flexibility. — Olivia Cigliano, InStyle, 3 July 2026 Each iteration gains inspiration from around the world—like Frijoles de la Olla Ramen (Mexican Stewed Beans) and Beef Stroganoff Ramen—but still calls for minimal ingredients and time. — Sheela Prakash, Bon Appetit Magazine, 3 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for minimal

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That means, at minimum, heavy cream contains double the fat content of the fattiest half-and-half on the market.

— Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 3 July 2026
The Heat has been in a holding pattern of sorts the past two days, waiting to see if an appealing free agent takes a minimum deal or an appealing player under contract shakes free.

— Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 3 July 2026

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In contrast, instruments on the FireSat satellites will be able to detect small brush and roadside fires 16 feet across.

— Eric Niiler, Los Angeles Times, 6 July 2026
At the Cannes Film Festival in May, the model Toni Garrn made a striking appearance in a blue-black bustier dress embroidered with small petals.

— Amy Verner, Vogue, 6 July 2026

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