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MINIMUM

(adj., noun)

Definitions

There are 3 meanings of the word Minimum.

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US

Minimum - as an adjective

The least possible

Example: "Needed to enforce minimal standards"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
minimal
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
maximum

Minimum - as a noun

The smallest possible quantity

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
lower limit
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
extremumpeaksmall indefinite amountsmall indefinite quantity
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
maximum

The point on a curve where the tangent changes from negative on the left to positive on the right

Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
maximum

Example Sentences

"The minimum wage in this country is $10 per hour."
"You need to have a minimum of 3 years of experience for this job."
"I always try to do the minimum required to get by."
"The minimum age to vote is 18 years old."
"Please arrive at least 10 minutes before the minimum check-in time."
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Word Game Points

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

MINIMUM has a SCRABBLE points total of 13.

Is MINIMUM a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, minimum is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
MINIMUM has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 18.

Is MINIMUM a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, minimum is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
MINIMUM has a WORDFEUD points total of 14.

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