minimal
adjective
min·i·mal
ˈmi-nə-məl 
1
: relating to or being a minimum: such as
a
: the least possible
a victory won with minimal loss of life
b
: barely adequate
a minimal standard of living
c
: very small or slight
a minimal interest in art
2
often capitalized
: of, relating to, or being minimal art or minimalism
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Examples of minimal in a Sentence
The storm caused minimal damage.
areas at minimal risk for flooding
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In the pic, Bieber wears a slim pair of eyeglasses with minimal eye makeup underneath, save for a flick of mascara.
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Kara Nesvig, Allure, 22 Jan. 2025
Most recently, my lack of preparation has left me with a minimal and worn-out rotation of winter travel clothes — a major dilemma, considering there are several weeks left of frigid temperatures ahead of me.
—Amelia McBride, Travel + Leisure, 22 Jan. 2025
The Dairy Boy founder kept her look very simple, opting for minimal accessories save for a pair of statement earrings, bold sunglasses and a few delicate bracelets in gold.
—Julia Teti, WWD, 22 Jan. 2025
Notably, these tools usually offer minimal options for customization and flexibility.
—David Julian, Forbes, 22 Jan. 2025
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Kara Nesvig, Allure, 22 Jan. 2025
Most recently, my lack of preparation has left me with a minimal and worn-out rotation of winter travel clothes — a major dilemma, considering there are several weeks left of frigid temperatures ahead of me.
—Amelia McBride, Travel + Leisure, 22 Jan. 2025
The Dairy Boy founder kept her look very simple, opting for minimal accessories save for a pair of statement earrings, bold sunglasses and a few delicate bracelets in gold.
—Julia Teti, WWD, 22 Jan. 2025
Notably, these tools usually offer minimal options for customization and flexibility.
—David Julian, Forbes, 22 Jan. 2025
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“Minimal.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/minimal. Accessed 30 Jan. 2025.
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minimal
adjective
min·i·mal
ˈmin-ə-məl
: relating to or being a minimum : constituting the least possible with respect to size, number, degree, or certain stated conditions
tuberosity fractures heal with minimal … treatment—J. S. Keene et al.
J. S. Keene et al.residents receive a minimal level of personal care—A. S. Oser
A. S. Oserside effects are minimal
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