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May 26, 2012
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Synonyms for least

Adjective

1. least(prenominal) (vs. most), slightest
usage: the superlative of `little' that can be used with mass nouns and is usually preceded by `the'; a quantifier meaning smallest in amount or extent or degree; "didn't care the least bit"; "he has the least talent of anyone"
2. least, lowest, smallest, minimal (vs. maximal), minimum (vs. maximum)
usage: minimal in magnitude; "lowest wages"; "the least amount of fat allowed"; "the smallest amount"
3. least, littlest, smallest, small (vs. large), little (vs. big)
usage: having or being distinguished by diminutive size; "the least bittern"

Adverb

1. least, to the lowest degree
usage: used to form the superlative; "The garter snake is the least dangerous snake"
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