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DIMINUTIVE

(noun, adj.sat, adj.)

Definitions

There are 5 meanings of the word Diminutive.

How to pronounce diminutive:

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Diminutive - as a noun

A word that is formed with a suffix (such as -let or -kin) to indicate smallness

Diminutive - as an adjective satellite

Very small

Example: "Diminutive in stature"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
bantamflyspecklilliputianpetitetiny

Diminutive - as an adjective

Very small.

Serving to diminish.

(grammar) of or pertaining to, or creating a word form expressing smallness, youth, unimportance, or endearment.

Example Sentences

"She had a diminutive figure, standing only five feet tall."
"The kitten had a diminutive tail compared to its siblings."
"He lived in a diminutive cottage at the end of the street."
"She carried a diminutive purse, barely able to fit her phone."
"The flower had a beautiful, diminutive bloom."
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Word Game Points

Is DIMINUTIVE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, diminutive is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

DIMINUTIVE has a SCRABBLE points total of 16.

Is DIMINUTIVE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, diminutive is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
DIMINUTIVE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 20.

Is DIMINUTIVE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, diminutive is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
DIMINUTIVE has a WORDFEUD points total of 17.

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