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Slight

🔄 Synonyms of "Slight"

12 synonyms found via WordNet and Google Books.

WordDefinition
disregardnoun(transitive) To ignore; to pay no attention to.
tenuousInsubstantial.
leanverb(intransitive) To incline, deviate, or bend, from a vertical position; to be in a position thus inclining or deviating.
neglectnoun(transitive) To fail to care for or attend to something.
slendernounThin; slim.
weakLacking in force (usually strength) or ability.
flimsynounLikely to bend or break under pressure; easily damaged; frail, unsubstantial.
thinverbHaving little body fat or flesh; slim; slender; lean; gaunt.
ignoreverbTo deliberately not listen or pay attention to.
rebuffnoun(transitive) To refuse; to offer sudden or harsh resistance; to turn down or shut out.
cold-shoulderverbTo disrespect someone, especially by ignoring them.
slimnounSlender; thin.

💡 Words with a Similar Meaning to "Slight"

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WordDefinition
littleSmall in size.
tenuousInsubstantial.
slenderThin; slim.
slimSlender; thin.
thinHaving little body fat or flesh; slim; slender; lean; gaunt.
flimsyLikely to bend or break under pressure; easily damaged; frail, unsubstantial.
weakLacking in force (usually strength) or ability.
cold-shoulderverbTo disrespect someone, especially by ignoring them.
disregardnoun(transitive) To ignore; to pay no attention to.
ignoreverbTo deliberately not listen or pay attention to.
neglectnoun(transitive) To fail to care for or attend to something.
rebuffnoun(transitive) To refuse; to offer sudden or harsh resistance; to turn down or shut out.
lean(of a person or animal) Slim; not fleshy.
mild(of food, drink, or a drug) Not sharp or bitter; not strong in flavor.
softEasily giving way under pressure.
lenientLax; not strict; tolerant of dissent or deviation.
moderateNot excessive; acting in moderation
modestlyIn a modest manner; with humility.
easyRequiring little skill or effort.
shallowHaving little depth; significantly less deep than wide.

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