minimal
Translation
minimal, the least possible
Examples
The storm caused only minimal damage.
The storm caused only minimal damage.
Grammar Patterns
((minimal)) + noun the smallest amount or degree of something The storm caused only minimal damage.
Similar Words
Synonyms: slight, negligible, basic; Antonyms: maximal, maximum, significant
Etymology
From Latin 'minimus', meaning 'smallest' or 'least'.
Memory Tips
Think of 'minimum'. 'Minimal' is the adjective form, describing something that is at the minimum level.