The Opposite(Antonym) of “large”
The antonym of large is small, tiny, and little. These antonyms describe the opposite ends of the size spectrum. Small and tiny are used to describe objects that are significantly smaller than average, while little is used to describe something that is small in size or amount.
Definitions and Examples of small, tiny, little
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
Not large in size, amount, or degree.
Example
The room was so small that it could barely fit a bed and a desk.
Extremely small in size or amount.
Example
The newborn kitten was so tiny that it could fit in the palm of your hand.
Small in size, amount, or degree.
Example
He had little experience in cooking, so he followed the recipe step by step.
Key Differences: small vs tiny vs little
- 1Small is a general term that describes something that is not large in size, amount, or degree.
- 2Tiny is a more specific term that describes something that is extremely small in size or amount.
- 3Little is used to describe something that is small in size or amount, but it can also refer to a small degree or amount of something.
Effective Usage of small, tiny, little
- 1Size Comparison: Use small, tiny, and little to compare sizes of objects.
- 2Quantity Description: Use small, tiny, and little to describe amounts of things.
- 3Emphasis: Use small, tiny, and little to emphasize the smallness of something.
Remember this!
The antonyms have distinct nuances: Small conveys general smallness, tiny denotes extreme smallness, and little refers to smallness in size or amount. Use these words to compare sizes of objects, describe amounts of things, and emphasize the smallness of something.
