least

[liːst]

least Definition

• 1. smallest in amount, extent, or significance
• 2. to the smallest extent or degree
• 3. at the minimum

Using least: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "least" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  This is the least amount of money I can accept.

• Example

  I try to interfere as little as possible, at least when it comes to my children's disputes.

• Example

  He was at least an hour late.

• Example

  She always tries to do the least amount of work possible.

• Example

  The least I can do is help you with your bags.

least Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for least

• smallest
• minimum
• lowest
• slightest
• tiniest

Antonyms for least

• greatest
• most
• maximum
• highest
• largest

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Summary: least in Brief

The word 'least' [liːst] is an adjective or adverb that describes something as being the smallest in amount, extent, or significance. It can also be used to describe something done to the smallest extent or degree, or at the minimum. For example, 'This is the least amount of money I can accept.' 'Least' has synonyms like 'smallest,' 'minimum,' and 'lowest,' and antonyms like 'greatest,' 'most,' and 'maximum.'