Learn how to use the comparative “less invasive” and superlative “least invasive” with example sentences and differences.

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Notes from a Native English Speaker

Comparative adjectives help us to describe how good or bad something is when compared to something else. For example, something is taller than something else. Superlative adjectives help us to describe something as having the most or least of a particular characteristic within a group. This makes it easier and more accurate to talk about and compare things.

What is the comparative form of “uninvasive”?

The comparative form of “uninvasive” is “less invasive”.

Example

The new surgical technique is less invasive than the traditional method.

Example

This treatment option is less invasive compared to surgery.

What is the superlative form of “uninvasive”?

The superlative form of “uninvasive” is “least invasive”.

Example

Among all the available options, this is the least invasive procedure.

Example

The new technology offers the least invasive solution for the problem.

Why is this expression not used with most, more?

"Most" and "more" are not used with "uninvasive," "less invasive" and "least invasive" are the appropriate comparatives and superlatives for "uninvasive." Using "most uninvasive" or "more uninvasive" would be grammatically incorrect.

Does this expression have an irregular comparative/superlative form?

"Uninvasive" does not have a regular comparative and superlative form. Instead, it uses the forms "less invasive" and "least invasive" to indicate a lower level of invasiveness.

Expressions with similar meanings to “less invasive”

Used to describe something that is less harsh or aggressive.

Example

The gentler approach to therapy has shown promising results.

Used to indicate something that is less severe or intense.

Example

The milder form of medication has fewer side effects.

Used to describe something that does not intrude or interfere with someone's privacy or personal space.

Example

The nonintrusive monitoring system respects the privacy of the residents.

Expressions with similar meanings to “least invasive”

Used to describe something that is the least severe or intense.

Example

The mildest form of treatment is recommended for early-stage cases.

Used to describe something that is the gentlest or least harsh.

Example

The most gentle approach to skincare is using natural ingredients.

Used to describe something that does not intrude or interfere with someone's privacy or personal space.

Example

The nonintrusive monitoring system respects the privacy of the residents.

Using than with comparative “less invasive”

When using the comparative form "less invasive" to compare two things, you would use "than" to connect the two parts of the comparison: Example: "The new surgical technique is less invasive than the traditional method." Here, "than" is used to show that the level of invasiveness of the new technique is lower than the level of invasiveness of the traditional method.

How can I use this expression in context?

“less invasive” and “least invasive” can be used in a variety of situations to compare speed.
  • 1Medical Procedures

    The new treatment is less invasive than surgery.

    The new treatment is less invasive than surgery.

  • 2Technologies

    This device offers the least invasive solution for the problem.

    This device offers the least invasive solution for the problem.

  • 3Approaches

    The nonintrusive method respects the patient's privacy.

    The nonintrusive method respects the patient's privacy.

  • 4Therapies

    The gentler approach to therapy has shown promising results.

    The gentler approach to therapy has shown promising results.

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