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Slightly

/ˈslaɪtli/ · adverb

Meaning

Slenderly; delicately..

Definitions by Sense

  1. Slenderly; delicately.
  2. (degree) To a small extent or degree.

Example Sentences

He was slightly built, but tall.
He weighed slightly less than his wife who was a foot shorter.
And while that number is expected to shift back slightly into positive territory over this decade, fewer children today establishes an unmistakable implication for tomorrow: fewer adults available as consumers, workers and taxpayers.

Synonyms for slightly

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Antonyms for slightly

almostmostlyveryquite

Related Words

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does slightly mean?

Slightly means Slenderly; delicately..

What is a synonym for slightly?

Common synonyms include a bit, a little, a little bit, a mite.

What is the opposite of slightly?

Possible antonyms include almost, mostly, very, quite.

How do you use slightly in a sentence?

He was slightly built, but tall.

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