Synonyms for minimum

Grammar : Adj, noun

Spell : min-uh-muh m

Phonetic Transcription : ˈmɪn ə məm

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Définition of minimum

Origin : 1660s, "smallest portion into which matter is divisible," from Latin minimum "smallest" (thing), neuter of minimus "smallest, least," superlative of minor "smaller" (see minor). Meaning "least amount attainable" is from 1670s.

adj least, lowest
noun lowest amount

Example sentences :

The thing is done with thoroughness, but at a minimum of cost.
Extract from : « In the Heart of Vosges » by Matilda Betham-Edwards

The inexperienced does not know how to meet them with a minimum of effort.
Extract from : « The Forest » by Stewart Edward White

This is the minimum amount which can be sold on the Exchange.
Extract from : « About sugar buying for Jobbers » by B. W. Dyer

Horses and mules are placed in Class II, with a minimum weight of 1,400 kg.
Extract from : « The Railroad Question » by William Larrabee

Actually, Arrill seemed to get along with a minimum of government.
Extract from : « Grove of the Unborn » by Lyn Venable

Here at least, the means of deception were reduced to a minimum.
Extract from : « The Book of Khalid » by Ameen Rihani

In my judgment the United States must come to a maximum and minimum tariff.
Extract from : « Latin America and the United States » by Elihu Root

They could be installed and connected with a minimum of trouble and expense.
Extract from : « The Age of Invention » by Holland Thompson

Minimum prices on same will be announced on December 11, 1914.
Extract from : « The New York Stock Exchange in the Crisis of 1914 » by Henry George Stebbins Noble

This is a minimum of 20 feet for secondary roads and ranges from 24 to 30 feet for main roads.
Extract from : « American Rural Highways » by T. R. Agg

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