least

[leest] / list /

ADJECTIVE

slightest, smallest

Synonyms

STRONG

bottom first gutter infinitesimal last minimum minute nadir second third

WEAK

atomic entry-level feeblest fewest finical lowest meanest microcosmic microscopic minimal minutest molecular most trivial next to nothing niggling piddling poorest short-end tiniest trivial unimportant

Antonyms

STRONG

big huge large substantial

WEAK

most

Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

See Examples For:

least

If he has not made a will, for example, it may be too late to do so now — though that is the least of his worries at the moment.

From MarketWatch ● Aug. 5, 2026

In India's southern state of Kerala, Chief Minister VD Satheesan said at least 15 people have been killed and another seven were missing after heavy rains over several days.

From Barron's ● Aug. 5, 2026

But that exclusive briefing never came, at least not for REBNY, Whelan said.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 5, 2026

At least 21others have been injured in areas around Kyiv, authorities say.

From BBC ● Aug. 5, 2026

She counted at least a hundred in the herd.

From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith

Vocabulary lists containing least

"Choices"

Looking to grow your vocabulary? Check out this interactive, curated word list from our team of English language specialists at Vocabulary.com – one of over 17,000 lists we've built to help learners worldwide!

least

Example Sentences

See Examples For:

Related Words

Vocabulary lists containing least

"Choices"