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

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.

“He saved me, at least for this game, a lifetime of regret.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026

Local campaigners believe the by-election is on a knife edge, not least thanks to Restore Britain, a relatively new party led by former Reform UK MP Rupert Lowe.

From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026

At least four people were taken into custody Wednesday night.

From Barron's • Jun. 11, 2026

Over the past year, Infantino has cropped up at the president’s side at least a dozen times, from the Oval Office to the Gaza peace summit in Egypt.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026

It seemed like the least we could do for her first day.

From "The Teacher’s Funeral" by Richard Peck

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

Related Words

Vocabulary lists containing least

"Choices"