Least (noun) Definition, Meaning & Examples

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adjective, a superlative of little, with less or lesser as comparative.
  1. smallest in size, amount, degree, etc.; slightest: He gave the least amount of money of anyone.
  2. lowest in consideration, position, or importance.
noun
  1. something that is least; the least amount, quantity, degree, etc.
  2. the youngest in a family or group.
adverb, superlative of little, with less as comparative.
  1. to the smallest extent, amount, or degree: That's the least important question of all. He talks least.
Idioms
  1. at least,
    • at the lowest estimate or figure: The repairs will cost at least $100.
    • at any rate; in any case: You didn't get a good grade, but at least you passed the course.
  2. not in the smallest degree; not at all: I am not in the least concerned about the outcome of the World Series.
determiner
    • the least the superlative of little you have the least talent of anyone
    • (as pronoun; functioning as sing)
  2. at least
    • if nothing else
    • at the least
  3. at the minimum
  4. in the slightest degree; at all
adverb
  1. the least superlative of little they travel the least of all
adjective
  1. of very little importance or rank
Least (noun) Definition, Meaning & Examples

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