minimal

• 形容某物在数量、大小或程度上非常小，是可能的最小值。

Describes something that is very small in amount, size, or degree; the least possible.

1. Very small in amountB1formal

   Of a minimum amount, quantity, or degree; negligible.

   极小的

   • The damage to the car was minimal.
   • She felt minimal discomfort after the procedure.
   • The cost of the repairs was minimal.

   同义词insignificantleastmeagerminutenegligiblenominalscantslighttinytrifling

   反义词abundantampleconsiderablecopiousenormoushugelargemaximalmaximumsubstantial

2. Simple or unadornedB2formal

   Characterized by the use of simple or basic elements; without unnecessary details.

   极简的

   • The apartment has a minimal design with clean lines.
   • He prefers a minimal wardrobe with only essential clothes.
   • The artist's style is minimal, using only black and white.

   同义词austerebarebasicplainsimplesparsestarkstreamlinedunadornedunclutteredunembellished

   反义词baroquedecorativeelaboratefancyfloridlavishornateostentatioussumptuous