Tad

/tæd/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A small amount or degree; a little.

I'm feeling a tad tired after the long day.

A slight or insignificant amount.

Can you add a tad more salt to the recipe?

A small child or young person.

The tad ran excitedly around the park.

adverb

To some degree; somewhat.

She's a tad more confident than she was before.

A little or slightly.

The movie was tad boring, but the ending was great.

Origin uncertain, possibly a diminutive of 'tadpole'.

a tad bit:

A small amount; slightly.

just a tad:

Indicating a small degree or amount.

Used to denote a small amount or degree informally.

I'm just a tad hungry.

Often used in casual conversation to downplay something.

It's a tad chilly outside.