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(of objects or things) Of a size that is less than normal
“He could only afford a small apartment to live in.”
Having a small physical stature
“He found it hard to excel in the more physical sports as he was only a small man.”
Insignificant or unimportant
“This is a small matter that can be ignored for now.”
Not great in amount or number
“He was only paid a small amount of money despite having worked hard all day.”
Small or improbable in the degree of likelihood
“You have only a very small chance of winning the lottery.”
Not fully grown or developed
“When he was a small boy, he did not have a care in the world.”
Diminished or humiliated emotionally
“His boss castigated him for his errors and made him feel small.”
Operating on a modest scale
“I run a small coffee shop in this neighborhood.”
Exclusive or private in nature
“We are a small group of motorbike enthusiasts who ride through the hills each weekend.”
Hardly any
“Robbie paid small attention to his teacher in class and lagged behind the other students as a result.”
(of sound) Lacking strength or volume
“She was a shy girl who spoke in a small voice.”
Not open to views or opinions
“The inhabitants of the remote village were small and intolerant of foreigners.”
(colloquial) Physically weak
Uncomfortably small or restricted in size or space
Not detectable or too small in magnitude to be observed
Lasting or taking a small amount of time
(of food or a meal) Small in quantity and easy to digest
Resembling or consisting of dust or powder
A single-story structure with a small height, emphasizing its low stature
Shaped like a bead (small and round)
(of handwriting) Small and difficult to read
Designed to use or take up little room or space
(of a place) Small, rural, and insignificant
Emphasizing insignificance
A very small person, animal, or thing
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