143 Another Word for Minute? – Minute Synonyms & Antonyms

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Meaning of Minute

The primary meaning of the word "minute" is extremely small in size, amount, or degree.

Etymology of Minute

The word "minute" originates from the Latin "minutus," meaning small, and is derived from "minuere," meaning to make small
Historically, the word has been used since the 15th century to describe something extremely small or insignificant

Synonyms

small tiny miniature insignificant negligible infinitesimal compact brief short transient fleeting temporary short-lived momentary instantaneous ephemeral transitory concise compact succinct terse laconic pithy brusque curt abrupt summary cursory hurried hasty swift rapid quick speedy prompt brief little insignificant trivial trifling paltry petty slight marginal minor imperceptible inconsequential

Definitions

  • Extremely small in size, amount, or degree
  • * A unit of time equal to sixty seconds
  • * A written record of a meeting or transaction

Usage Examples

  • The chef added a minute amount of salt to the recipe
  • * The meeting lasted only a minute before it was adjourned
  • * The company keeps a minute record of all transactions

Antonyms

huge enormous gigantic massive immense colossal vast extensive substantial significant considerable considerable large big sizable substantial pronounced notable noticeable perceptible appreciable discernible observable visible palpable tangible considerable

Related Adjectives

small tiny little brief short temporary transient fleeting momentary instantaneous ephemeral transitory concise compact succinct terse laconic pithy brusque curt abrupt summary cursory hurried hasty swift rapid quick speedy prompt

Related Nouns

time hour second clock watch timer schedule calendar agenda diary journal log record note memo report document transcript summary outline overview

Related Verbs

measure time record note log schedule plan organize coordinate arrange prepare brief summarize outline review examine inspect scrutinize
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