slight
Translation
slight, small, minor
Examples
There is a slight chance of rain today.
There is a slight chance of rain today.
She has a slight build.
She has a slight build.
He felt a slight pain in his arm.
He felt a slight pain in his arm.
Grammar Patterns
((noun)) slight (noun) There is a slight chance of rain.
Similar Words
Synonyms: small, minor, slim; Antonyms: considerable, significant, large
Etymology
From Old Norse 'sléttr' meaning 'smooth, level'.
Memory Tips
'Slight' sounds like 'light', which can mean not heavy or not significant. Associate it with something small or unimportant.