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
Examples of minimal in a Sentence
The storm caused minimal damage.
areas at minimal risk for flooding
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To see the seven planets in the sky, it's recommended that viewers find a spot with minimal light pollution on a clear night.
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Samantha Mathewson, Space.com, 28 Feb. 2025
The immediate financial impact of a single-day boycott is likely to be minimal, as consumers may compensate by purchasing more in the days before or after.
—Dan Perry, Newsweek, 28 Feb. 2025
In other words, a very minimal offensive impact when the Leafs needed more.
—Jonas Siegel, The Athletic, 26 Feb. 2025
Symptoms include mild pain, slight swelling, and minimal impact on walking.1 Recovery typically takes one to three weeks with proper care, which involves resting, applying ice, and compression.3
Grade 2
A grade 2 sprain results from a partial tear of the ligaments.
—Sarah Jividen, Verywell Health, 26 Feb. 2025
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Samantha Mathewson, Space.com, 28 Feb. 2025
The immediate financial impact of a single-day boycott is likely to be minimal, as consumers may compensate by purchasing more in the days before or after.
—Dan Perry, Newsweek, 28 Feb. 2025
In other words, a very minimal offensive impact when the Leafs needed more.
—Jonas Siegel, The Athletic, 26 Feb. 2025
Symptoms include mild pain, slight swelling, and minimal impact on walking.1 Recovery typically takes one to three weeks with proper care, which involves resting, applying ice, and compression.3
Grade 2
A grade 2 sprain results from a partial tear of the ligaments.
—Sarah Jividen, Verywell Health, 26 Feb. 2025
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“Minimal.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/minimal. Accessed 3 Mar. 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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