minimal
UK/'mɪnɪm(ə)l/US/'miniml/
IELTSTOEFLB1
Definitions
adj.
As small or as little as possible; very small in amount.
最小的，最低限度的；极少的。
Root Breakdown
Root-derived+
-alrelating to, having the nature of
=minimal
minim (smallest) + -al (adj.) = 'of the smallest amount.' Adjective partner of minimum.
Root minu still carries 49 more wordsCommon Collocations
- 1.minimal effort最小的努力
- 2.minimal impact最小的影响
- 3.minimal cost最低成本
- 4.keep it minimal保持极简
Example Sentences
- 1.
The renovation caused minimal disruption to residents.
- 2.
The room is decorated in a minimal style.