slight

B2
Pronunciation
[sl̥l͡ɐɪʔ̚]
Noun
2 definition(s)
1 Definition

The act of slighting; a deliberate act of neglect or discourtesy.

Synonyms
belittlement ignoring neglect
Antonyms
respect
2 Definition

Sleight.

Verb
7 definition(s)
1 Definition

To treat as unimportant or not worthy of attention; to make light of.

2 Definition

To give lesser weight or importance to.

Synonyms
belittle
Antonyms
esteem respect value
3 Definition

To treat with disdain or neglect, usually out of prejudice, hatred, or jealousy; to ignore disrespectfully.

Synonyms
contemn despise
Antonyms
honor respect
4 Definition

To act negligently or carelessly.

5 Definition

(of a fortification) To render no longer defensible by full or partial demolition.

6 Definition

To make even or level.

7 Definition

To throw heedlessly.

Adjective
7 definition(s)
1 Definition

Small

Synonyms
ignorable meaningless negligible tiny
2 Definition

Of slender build

Synonyms
lithe svelte willowy
Example Sentences
  • a slight but graceful woman
3 Definition

Even, smooth or level

Synonyms
flat glassy slick
Example Sentences
  • A slight stone
4 Definition

(especially said of the swa) still; with little or no movement on the surface

Example Sentences
  • The sea was slight and calm
5 Definition

Foolish; silly; not intellectual.

Synonyms
daft fatuous soft in the head
6 Definition

Bad, of poor quality.

Synonyms
flimsy lousy shoddy
7 Definition

Slighting; treating with disdain.

Synonyms
contemptuous disdainful scornful