English adjective: least | |||
1. | least the superlative of `little' that can be used with mass nouns and is usually preceded by `the'; a quantifier meaning smallest in amount or extent or degree | ||
Samples | Didn't care the least bit. He has the least talent of anyone. | ||
Domain usage | superlative | ||
Antonyms | most | ||
English noun: least | |||
1. | least (cognition) something that is of no importance | ||
Samples | It is the least I can do. That is the least of my concerns. | ||
Broader (hypernym) | affair, matter, thing | ||
English adverb: least | |||
1. | least used to form the superlative | ||
Samples | The garter snake is the least dangerous snake. | ||
Synonyms | to the lowest degree | ||
Antonyms | most, to the highest degree | ||