Definition

The smallest or tiniest in size or amount.

Example

She found the teeniest bug in the garden.

Conversation

Look at that puppy over there; it's the teeniest thing I've ever seen!

I know, right? It's so adorable!

I can't believe how tiny it is compared to the others.

Totally! I just want to pick it up and cuddle it.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Teeniest → It is formed from "teeny" (a diminutive form of "teen", meaning small or little) and the suffix "-est" (indicating the superlative degree). The word "teeniest" means the smallest or littlest in size.

Memory Tip

Think of 'teeny' as meaning very small, and the '-est' shows that it's the smallest of all. This helps you remember that 'teeniest' refers to something that is the smallest.

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