little

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NGSL Rank: 131
little
ˈlɪt(ə)l Listen
Meanings
adjective
  • small in size, amount, or degree (often used to convey an appealing diminutiveness or express an affectionate or condescending attitude).
    E.g. the plants will grow into little bushes
determiner
  • a small amount of.
    E.g. we got a little help from a training scheme
  • used to emphasize how small an amount is.
    E.g. I have little doubt of their identity
adverb
  • to a small extent.
    E.g. he reminded me a little of my parents
  • only to a small extent; not much or often (used for emphasis).
    E.g. he was little known in this country

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