Moindres (en. Lesser)

/mwɛ̃dʁ/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench

adjective

Used to indicate a comparison of inferiority.

In this competition, it is better to have less formidable opponents or, at the very least, lesser opponents.

Dans cette compétition, il vaut mieux avoir des adversaires moins redoutables ou, à tout le moins, des adversaires moindres.

Refers to something that is lesser compared to others.

His contributions are considered lesser compared to those of his colleagues.

Ses contributions sont considérées comme moindres comparées à celles de ses collègues.

Means 'less' in a relative context.

To achieve better results, one must be subject to lesser intensity efforts.

Pour obtenir de meilleurs résultats, il faut sujette à des efforts de moindre intensité.

From the Latin 'minor', which means 'smaller'.

at the very least

At a minimum; at least

à tout le moins

without further lessening

Without further details or other considerations

sans autres moindres

lesser evil

Less bad choice or alternative

moindre mal

less

Indicates a smaller quantity.

moins

to decrease

To make something smaller or less important.

diminuer

reduction

Action of decreasing size, quantity, or value.

réduction

Less important or less interesting.

This project is a bit lesser compared to the previous ones.

Ce projet est un peu moindres comparé aux précédents.

Of lesser value or quality.

These products are lesser compared to the famous brand.

Ces produits sont moindres par rapport à la marque célèbre.