marginal

[mahr-juh-nl] / ˈmɑr dʒə nl /

ADJECTIVE

borderline; slight

Synonyms

STRONGEST

insignificant minimal minor negligible

WEAK

bordering low on the edge peripheral rimming small verging

Antonyms

STRONGEST

important major significant

WEAK

central core interior internal

Example Sentences

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Despite a marginal improvement this season, Amorim departed with his side 17 points adrift of leaders Arsenal after 20 games.

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The country remains a marginal contributor to Chevron’s production and cash flow for now.

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The club have made marginal improvements this season but have been inconsistent, winning just eight of their 20 league games so far.

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But for now, Venezuela remains a marginal contributor to Chevron’s production and cash flow, even as it looms large in headlines.

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Rail exports can provide marginal flexibility but are costlier and less reliable.

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