Definitions
- Referring to the smallest amount or degree of something. - Comparing two or more things and indicating the one with the smallest amount or degree. - Used in negative statements to indicate the absence of something.
- Referring to the smallest amount or degree of something, often used to emphasize the smallness. - Used to describe a small or minor change or difference. - Talking about a small or insignificant detail or aspect of something.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words refer to a small amount or degree of something.
- 2Both can be used to compare different things or aspects.
- 3Both can be used to emphasize the smallness or insignificance of something.
What is the difference?
- 1Usage: Least is used to indicate the smallest amount or degree of something, while slightest is used to describe a small or minor change or difference.
- 2Emphasis: Slightest emphasizes the smallness or insignificance of something more than least does.
- 3Negation: Least is often used in negative statements to indicate the absence of something, while slightest is not typically used in this way.
- 4Formality: Least is more commonly used in formal writing and speech, while slightest is more commonly used in informal contexts.
Remember this!
Least and slightest are synonyms that both refer to a small amount or degree of something. However, least is primarily used to indicate the smallest amount or degree of something, while slightest is used to describe a small or minor change or difference. Slightest also emphasizes the smallness or insignificance of something more than least does.
