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Minimal

7 lettersadjectivecommon

Updated June 2026

Definition

Of a minimum amount, quantity, or degree; the smallest possible or barely adequate. Characterised by simplicity and lack of decoration or elaboration.

The design followed a minimal aesthetic with clean lines and neutral colours.

Pronunciation

IPA

/mɪnəməl/

Syllables

min·i·mal

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Synonyms

Antonyms

maximummaximal

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Wordle

Contains double I and M; -AL ending

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Scrabble

11 points; double M and I create strategic possibilities

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