English dictionary
smallness
nounParts of speech
Definitions
noun
- lack of generosity in trifling matters
noun
- the property of having relatively little strength or vigor
noun
- the property of having a relatively small size
noun
- the property of being a relatively small amount
noun
- The quality of being minor in influence, power, or rank.
Example sentences
the smallness of her voice
he was attracted by the smallness of the taxes
Geocentric cosmology did not lead the ancient astronomers and philosophers to a man-centered view of the universe, and exaggerated view of man's importance in the scheme of things. It led them rather to stress his smallness, insignificance and lowly position in the cosmic order.