Tiny

usgb/ˈtaɪni/
adjective

Very small in size or amount.

There was a tiny hole in her shirt.
Visual representation of "tiny" - Very small in size or amount.

Often appears as...

  • tiny bit
  • tiny amount
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Scale Comparison

Use 'tiny' to describe something much smaller than usual for comparison.

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Compared to the giant redwoods, that oak tree looks tiny.
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Endearing Quality

'Tiny' often adds a sense of cuteness or endearment when describing small things.

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She wore a tiny locket with her baby's photo inside.
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Emphasize Insignificance

'Tiny' can emphasize the insignificance or unimportance of an amount or object.

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He gave me a tiny slice of cake, hardly enough to taste.
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infinitumlittlemicromidgetminiatureminusculepetitepunysmallundersizedwee
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