minimal

pronunciation

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  • Adjective:
    the least possible

Word Origin

minimal (adj.)
"smallest, least," 1660s, from Latin minimus (see minim) + -al (1).

Antonym

adj.

maximal

Example

1. The best tax systems combine low rates with minimal exemptions .
2. That means getting to massive scale at relatively minimal cost .
3. Even these minimal goals may not be achieved .
4. This allows the frog to derive maximum bang from minimal energy stores .
5. In the short term the risk of economic catastrophe is minimal .

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