Minimal

/ˈmɪnɪməl/

Meaning & Definition

adjective

of a relating to the least or smallest amount or degree possible

The project requires minimal resources to get started.

characterized by the use of the fewest elements or features

She preferred a minimal design for her living room, with only essential furniture.

pertaining to the smallest possible level or significance

The fee has been kept to a minimal amount to encourage participation.

functioning adequately or sufficiently at a basic level

He has a minimal understanding of the topic but is eager to learn more.

Derived from the Latin word 'minimus', meaning 'least' or 'smallest'.

minimal risk

A situation that has a very low chance of loss or harm.

minimal effort

The least amount of work required to achieve something.

minimal investment

A small amount of money or resources used in a project.

minimize

To reduce something to the least possible amount or degree.

minimum

The least amount or lowest limit of something.

minutia

Small or trivial details.

Barely sufficient.

He was making minimal bank at his last job.

Simple and straightforward.

Her outfit was so minimal, just jeans and a tee.