infinitesimal

adjective

Pronunciation: /ˌɪnfɪnɪˈtɛsɪməl/

Definition

Extremely small or minute in amount or size.

Examples

• The difference between the two results was infinitesimal and did not affect the final conclusion.

• He made an infinitesimal adjustment to the dial to get the radio signal just right.

• Even an infinitesimal amount of contamination can ruin the entire laboratory experiment.

Synonyms of infinitesimal

Words with a similar meaning to infinitesimal:

• tiny
• minute
• microscopic
• negligible
• minuscule

Antonyms of infinitesimal

Words with the opposite meaning to infinitesimal:

• huge
• enormous
• immense

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