smidgen

[smij-uhn]

smidgen Definition

• 1. a very small amount or quantity
• 2. a tiny bit

Using smidgen: Examples

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

• Example

  Add just a smidgen of salt to the soup.

• Example

  I only need a smidgen of sugar in my coffee.

• Example

  He has a smidgen of talent for playing the guitar.

smidgen Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for smidgen

• dash
• pinch
• speck
• scrap
• modicum

Phrases with smidgen

• not a smidgen

  not even a tiny bit

  Example

  I don't have not a smidgen of interest in watching that movie.

• just a smidgen

  only a very small amount

  Example

  Could you please add just a smidgen of pepper to the sauce?

• smidgen more

  a slightly larger amount than what is already present

  Example

  I think the soup needs a smidgen more salt.

Origins of smidgen

from Scottish 'smitch', meaning 'a small amount'

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Summary: smidgen in Brief

'Smidgen' [smij-uhn] refers to a very small amount or quantity, often used to describe a tiny bit of something. It can be used in phrases like 'just a smidgen' or 'not a smidgen,' and can be substituted with synonyms like 'dash' or 'pinch.'