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Meaning of few
A small number of something.
Etymology of few
The word "few" originates from Old English "feawe", which is also related to the Old Norse word "fáir" and the Gothic word "falþs", all of which are derived from the Proto-Germanic word "falþiz" and the Proto-Indo-European root "pe-/po-", which carried a sense of smallness or scarcity.
Synonyms
small number
handful
small amount
limited
scarce
sparse
minimal
nominal
insignificant
trifling
meager
paltry
modest
slight
tiny
diminutive
reduced
restricted
confined
fewest
smallest
least
minimalistic
select
exclusive
rare
uncommon
infrequent
occasional
sporadic
scattered
isolated
limited number
negligible
Definitions
- Used to indicate a small, but unspecified number of something
- Used for emphasizing the smallness of a number, especially when comparing it to what was expected
- Used to indicate that someone or something is rare or unusual
Usage Examples
- I have a few friends who are coming over tonight.
- Few people have seen the movie, so it's still a surprise.
- Fewer than ten students attended the lecture.