Meaning & Definition of word "Slight"
Slight
/slaɪt/
noun:
- 1. An instance of being insulted or disregarded.
- Example: She took his comments as a slight against her character.
verb:
- 1. To treat someone as unimportant; to show a lack of respect.
- Example: He felt slighted when his contributions were overlooked in the meeting.
adjective:
- 1. Small in degree; not extensive.
- Example: She felt a slight pain in her wrist after the workout.
- 2. Not serious or important.
- Example: He had a slight chance of winning the competition.
Etymology
●Middle English: from Old Norse 'slíðr', related to 'slendre', meaning to 'slim' or 'slender'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
slight chance:
A small possibility.
slight of hand:
A deceptive movement, especially in magic.
slight build:
A physical form that is thin and delicate.
Related Words
slender:
Thin and delicate in form.
subtle:
Not obvious; delicate in meaning.
Slang Meanings of slight
Meaning: Used to describe a minimal change or amount.
● Example Sentence: I made a slight tweak to the design.
Meaning: Referring to a minor inconvenience.
● Example Sentence: It's just a slight hassle to get there.