slight
adjective11 collocationsAvg. frequency: 6.8
very slight9.0
A common intensifier for 'slight'.
To emphasize that something is very small in degree.
To indicate that something is quite small in degree.
To describe something as small in degree in relation to something else.
To describe something as small in degree when compared to others.
To specify that the slightness relates to a person's body or build.
Used for emphasis, often before nouns like 'smile', 'hesitation', or 'idea'.
be slight8.5
Used to state that something is small in degree or amount.
be slight7.8
Used to describe a person as being thin and delicate in build.
seem slight7.5
Used to describe something that appears small in degree or importance.
look slight7.0
Used to describe a person who appears thin and delicate.
Used to describe something that seems small in degree or importance.
Collocations with "slight"
... + slight
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