smallness
NounUS[smawl-nuhs]/ˈsmɔlnəs/2 syllables
Open English WordNet
Noun (5)
- the property of having a relatively small sizeSynonyms: littlenessOpposite largenessType of sizeKinds minimality, delicacy, diminutiveness, grain, dwarfishness, puniness
- the property of being a relatively small amount“he was attracted by the smallness of the taxes”Type of amount
- the property of having relatively little strength or vigor“the smallness of her voice”Synonyms: littlenessType of weakness
- lack of generosity in trifling mattersSynonyms: pettinesslittlenessType of meanness, minginess
- The quality of being minor in influence, power, or rank.“Geocentric cosmology did not lead the ancient astronomers and philosophers to a man-centered view of the universe, and exaggerated view of man's importance in the scheme of things. It led them rather to stress his smallness, insignificance and lowly position in the cosmic order.”Type of low status, lowness
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Webster's Dictionary (1913)
Small′ness noun
The quality or state of being small.
Webster’s Revised Unabridged Dictionary (1913), from GCIDE 0.54