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Meaning of merest
The primary meaning of the word "merest" is to describe something that is the smallest or least in amount, degree, or extent.
Etymology of merest
The word "merest" has its roots in Old English, derived from "mǣre" meaning "small" or "least", and the suffix "-est" which forms the superlative degree of an adjective
Historically, the word has been used to convey the idea of something being the smallest or least significant
Synonyms
slightest
smallest
minimal
least
littlest
minimalistic
negligible
minor
leastest
fewest
lowest
minimalized
leastwise
smallest
petite
tiny
infinitesimal
microscopic
insignificant
imperceptible
faintest
barest
least amount
minimal amount
slightest amount
tiniest
wee
infinitesimally small
smallest possible
least possible
Definitions
- Used to describe something that is the smallest or least in amount, degree, or extent
- * The most basic or fundamental example of something
Usage Examples
- The merest suggestion of trouble was enough to alarm her
- * He had the merest glimmer of hope that things would improve
- * The merest whisper of scandal was enough to ruin her reputation
Antonyms
greatest
largest
most
biggest
maximal
enormous
huge
gigantic
immense
vast
considerable
substantial
significant
considerable
extensive
massive
colossal
monumental
tremendous
stupendous
extraordinary
exceptional
maximum
maximalized