slightest

UK
/ˈslaɪtɪst/
US
/ˈslaɪtɪst/
slightadjective

slightest

Super.

slighter
Comp.
slightest
Super.
UK
/slaɪt/
US
/slaɪt/
Translations
There was a slight change in the schedule.
В расписании произошло незначительное изменение.
She felt a slight breeze on her face.
Она почувствовала легкий ветерок на своем лице.
He has a slight build.
У него тонкое телосложение.
Definitions
Small in degree; inconsiderable.
There was a slight chance of rain, so we decided to go for a picnic.
Delicate or frail in build or structure.
The slight girl struggled to lift the heavy box.
Not sturdy or strongly built; thin or flimsy.
The slight wooden frame collapsed under the weight.
Of little importance, influence, or consequence; trivial.
Missing the bus was only a slight inconvenience.
Limited in extent, importance, or knowledge; superficial or inadequate.
His slight understanding of the law led him to make costly mistakes.
slightnoun
Definitions
An insult caused by a failure to show someone proper respect or attention.
She took his lack of response as a slight to her efforts.
slightverb
Definitions
To treat someone with disrespect or indifference.
She felt hurt when her colleagues slighted her by not inviting her to the meeting.
To treat as unimportant; to ignore, overlook, or neglect.
Historians have often slighted the achievements of minority scientists.