What is another word for small?

Common synonyms for small include low, smallscale, modest, minor, humble.

What is the opposite of small?

Antonyms of small include large, big, huge, enormous, gigantic.

Synonyms for

Small

Verb / smɔ:l / Another word for small — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Small means something that is little in size or amount.

Synonyms & similar words

low smallscale modest minor humble lowly big minuscule pocketsized little diminished large belittled pocketsize tiny little miniature wee petite minute diminutive compact undersized mini pint-sized pocket-sized fun-size itty-bitty Lilliputian microscopic micro miniaturized midget small-scale

Synonyms by register

Formal

minute minuscule diminutive petite

Informal

tiny wee itty-bitty teeny

Literary

slight little

Antonyms

large big huge enormous gigantic vast immense

Common collocations

small talk
small business
small amount
small change
small print
small town
small group
small size

Word family

noun smallness

adjective small

adverb small

Usage note

While 'small' is a general term, 'little' can sometimes imply affection or endearment, whereas 'small' is more neutral. Be mindful of context when choosing between them.