Definition

Referring to something that is small in size, amount, or degree, especially when compared to something else.

Example

The difference in weight between the two packages is slighter than I expected.

Conversation

I think the changes in the design are a bit slighter than I expected.

Yeah, I noticed that too; they didn't make any drastic alterations.

It's interesting how even slighter changes can affect the overall look.

Definitely! Sometimes less is more, right?

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Slighter → It is formed from "slight" (from Old English *slyht*, meaning small or slender) and "-er" (meaning one who or that which). The word "slighter" refers to something that is more slight or smaller in comparison to something else.

Memory Tip

Think of something being 'smaller' or 'thinner' ('slight') and the '-er' indicating a comparison. This helps you remember that 'slighter' means more slight.

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