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Slight Definition & Meaning

1. Small in degree or amount; not significant.

Example: There was only a slight improvement in her health after taking the medication.

2. Not steep or sharp; gradual.

Example: The slight incline of the hill made it easy to climb.

3. To treat with disrespect or disregard; insult.

Example: He felt slighted when his boss didn't acknowledge his hard work on the project.

4. To fail to fulfill or meet expectations; disappoint.

Example: The movie received only a slight response from the audience.

5. To move or bend in a delicate or graceful manner.

Example: The ballerina performed a slight pirouette on stage.

Examples of the word slight used in sentences.

  • There was a slight delay in the train's arrival.
  • The teacher gave the students a slight hint about the correct answer.
  • The doctor noticed a slight improvement in the patient's condition.
  • I felt a slight chill in the air when I stepped outside.
  • The dress was a bit too tight, causing a slight discomfort.
  • I noticed a slight mistake in the math problem, but it was easily corrected.
  • The new shirt was a bit too big, causing a slight discomfort.
  • There was a slight change in the weather, as it started to rain.
  • The headache was only slight, but it lasted all day.
  • The instructor gave a slight nod of approval as I finished my presentation.
  • The restaurant's menu had a slight variation from what was advertised online, but it didn't bother us much.
  • There was a slight delay in the train's arrival, but we still managed to catch it in time.
  • My headache was just slight, so I took some painkillers and continued with my work.
  • I noticed a slight change in my colleague's behavior, but I couldn't point out what it was.
  • Despite the slight drizzle, we decided to go ahead with our outdoor picnic plan.
  • The team lost the match by a slight margin, but they are determined to come back stronger.
  • The patient experienced a slight fever after the surgery, but it subsided with medication.
  • The musician added a slight variation to the melody of the song, making it more appealing to the audience.
  • There was a slight delay in the flight schedule due to heavy snowfall in the region.
  • The chef recommended adding a slight hint of garlic to enhance the flavor of the dish.
  • The slight movement of the curtains caught her attention, and she realized someone was watching her.
  • There was a slight delay on the train, but we still managed to reach our destination on time.
  • He sensed a slight hesitation in her voice, indicating she might not be entirely truthful.
  • Despite the slight change in the recipe, the cake tasted just as delicious as before.
  • The doctor assured him that his condition was only a slight illness, and he would recover in a few days.
  • I detected a slight tremor in his voice as he delivered the speech to the audience.
  • The doctor assured me that the injury was only a slight sprain and would heal in a few weeks.
  • Despite her slight height, she easily reached the top shelf without any help.
  • The slight difference in the color of the walls gave the room a completely different atmosphere.
  • I felt a slight sense of gratitude towards my parents for providing me with a supportive upbringing.
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