Definition of MINIMAL

minimal

Meanings

Plural: minimals

Adjective

  • the least possible
    • "needed to enforce minimal standards"
    • "her grades were minimal"
    • "a minimal charge for the service"

Adj

  • The smallest possible amount, quantity, or degree.
  • The smallest possible amount, quantity, or degree.
  • Among elements of some collection, such that no other element is greater (with respect to some given partial order).
  • Characterised by the use of simple form or structures.
  • Characterised by the repetition and gradual alteration of short phrases.

Noun

  • Something very small; a tiny part or fragment.

Origin / Etymology

From minimum + -al.

Synonyms

minimum

Antonyms

maximal, maximum

Scrabble Score: 11

minimal is a valid Scrabble (US) TWL word
minimal is a valid Scrabble Word in Merriam-Webster MW Dictionary
minimal is a valid Scrabble Word in International Collins CSW Dictionary

Words With Friends Score: 15

minimal is a valid Words With Friends word