Definitions and Examples of lowercase, minuscule
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
Referring to small letters that are not capitalized.
Example
In email addresses, the domain name is usually written in lowercase letters.
Referring to small letters that are not capitalized; extremely small or insignificant.
Example
The text was so small that I had to squint to read the minuscule letters.
Key Differences: lowercase vs minuscule
- 1Lowercase refers specifically to small letters that are not capitalized, while minuscule can also mean extremely small or insignificant.
- 2Lowercase is a complementary antonym, meaning it is the opposite of capitalization, while minuscule is a gradable antonym, meaning it can be used to describe something that is very small or insignificant.
Effective Usage of lowercase, minuscule
- 1Writing: Use lowercase and minuscule to describe the opposite of capitalization in writing.
- 2Typography: In typography, use lowercase and minuscule to describe the use of small letters.
- 3Mathematics: In mathematics, use minuscule to describe very small numbers or quantities.
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Remember this!
The antonyms of capitalise are lowercase and minuscule. Use lowercase to describe small letters that are not capitalized, and minuscule to describe something that is very small or insignificant. These words can be used in writing, typography, and mathematics.
