Definitions
- Describing a person who is overly concerned with minor details or trivial matters. - Referring to a small and insignificant issue or problem. - Talking about a person who is mean-spirited or spiteful towards others.
- Referring to something that is little in size or quantity. - Describing a situation or problem that is not significant or important. - Talking about a person or thing that lacks importance or influence.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words describe something that is not large or significant.
- 2Both can be used to describe a problem or issue that is not important.
- 3Both can be used to describe a person who lacks importance or influence.
What is the difference?
- 1Scope: Petty refers to something that is trivial or insignificant, while small can refer to something that is physically small or has a small quantity.
- 2Attitude: Petty implies a negative attitude towards someone or something, while small is neutral.
- 3Usage: Petty is more commonly used to describe people or their behavior, while small is more versatile and can be used to describe a wide range of things.
- 4Connotation: Petty has a negative connotation and suggests a lack of maturity or perspective, while small can be neutral or positive depending on the context.
- 5Intensity: Petty implies a higher level of insignificance or triviality than small.
Remember this!
Petty and small are both words used to describe something that is not large or significant. However, petty is typically used to describe a person or behavior that is overly concerned with minor details or trivial matters, while small can refer to physical size, quantity, or importance. Additionally, petty has a negative connotation and implies a lack of maturity or perspective, while small is neutral or positive depending on the context.
