minimal (C1)
adjective
Pronunciation: /ˈmɪnəməl/
Definition
Being the smallest or least amount possible; very small or slight.
Examples
The company aims for minimal environmental impact.
She only needed minimal assistance to complete the task.
The patient experienced minimal side effects from the medication.
How to Use minimal
- minimal impact (collocation)
- The smallest possible effect on something. — "The new policy had a minimal impact on employee morale."
- minimal risk (collocation)
- The smallest possible chance of danger or negative consequences. — "This investment offers minimal risk but also limited returns."
- minimal requirements (collocation)
- The fewest necessary conditions or qualities. — "The minimal requirements for entry include a high school diploma."
- minimal effort (collocation)
- The least amount of exertion needed. — "She achieved a perfect score with minimal effort."
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