Definitions

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

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At least both teams are used to playing in the heat, because this one will be relentless.

From Salon • Jun. 11, 2026

There are no reliable figures for the death toll, but it is thought to be at least 50,000.

From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026

Source: Office of Inspector General analysis of June 2024 data from Medicare Advantage plans; listed companies received at least 50 appeals of denials related to skilled nursing facility care.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026

Dreams of sun-soaked beaches, warm sand and sea air have been dashed, or least marred, by the wallet-busting reality of life in 2026.

From Barron's • Jun. 11, 2026

She counted at least a hundred in the herd.

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

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