Smidgeon
noun
A small or insignificant amount.
She added a smidgeon of pepper to the soup.
Often appears as...
- smidgeon of salt
- smidgeon of doubt
Usage tips
Neutral
a smidgeon of, just a smidgeon, not a smidgeon more
noun
A small or insignificant amount.
She added a smidgeon of pepper to the soup.
Often appears as...
- smidgeon of salt
- smidgeon of doubt
Usage tips
Neutral
a smidgeon of, just a smidgeon, not a smidgeon more
Definition 1 of 1
Pro Tip 1/3Emotional Tone
Using 'smidgeon' can soften the request, making it feel less demanding.
Can you add a smidgeon of creativity to your project?
Pro Tip 2/3Contextual Use
In casual conversations, this word makes statements feel light-hearted.
Just a smidgeon should do!
Pro Tip 3/3Culinary Use
Commonly used in recipes for small quantities.
Just a smidgeon of sugar will enhance the flavor.
Pro Tip 1/3Emotional Tone
Using 'smidgeon' can soften the request, making it feel less demanding.
Can you add a smidgeon of creativity to your project?
Pro Tip 2/3Contextual Use
In casual conversations, this word makes statements feel light-hearted.
Just a smidgeon should do!
Pro Tip 3/3Culinary Use
Commonly used in recipes for small quantities.
Just a smidgeon of sugar will enhance the flavor.
Pro Tip 1/3Emotional Tone
Using 'smidgeon' can soften the request, making it feel less demanding.
Can you add a smidgeon of creativity to your project?
Pro Tip 2/3Contextual Use
In casual conversations, this word makes statements feel light-hearted.
Just a smidgeon should do!
Pro Tip 3/3Culinary Use
Commonly used in recipes for small quantities.
Just a smidgeon of sugar will enhance the flavor.
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