Definitions
- Referring to a small amount or quantity of something. - Describing a person, animal, or object that is small in size. - Used to express affection or endearment towards someone or something.
- Describing an object, person, or animal that is not large in size. - Referring to a limited or insignificant amount or quantity of something. - Talking about a business or company that is not large or well-established.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words describe something that is not large in size.
- 2Both can be used to describe a limited or insignificant amount or quantity of something.
- 3Both can be used as adjectives to modify a noun.
What is the difference?
- 1Usage: Little is often used to describe people or animals, while small is more commonly used to describe objects or things.
- 2Degree: Little implies a smaller size or amount than small.
- 3Emphasis: Little emphasizes cuteness, affection, or endearment, while small is more neutral.
- 4Context: Little is often used in informal or personal contexts, while small can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
- 5Connotation: Little can have a positive or negative connotation depending on the context, while small is generally neutral.
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Remember this!
Little and small are synonyms that describe something that is not large in size or amount. However, little is often used to describe people or animals and emphasizes cuteness or endearment, while small is more neutral and commonly used to describe objects or things.
