Minuscule (adjective)

  1. Very small in size or amount.
  2. Written in lowercase minuscule letters, as opposed to uppercase majuscule letters.

Origin:

From latin minusculus, from minus ("les.s")

Examples:

  1. The company made a minuscule profit last quarter.
  2. The insects were so small, they were nearly minuscule.
  3. Minuscule handwriting can be difficult to read.
  4. Despite its minuscule size, the company was able to produce innovative products.
  5. The company was able to grow its revenue despite a minuscule marketing budget.
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