Definition of least
superlative of 1little
1 : lowest in importance or position the least of my worries
2a : smallest in size or degree The least noise would startle her.b : being a member of a kind distinguished by diminutive size the least bitternc : smallest possible : slightest believed that the least government was the best government — Irving Stone
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Origin and Etymology of least
Middle English leest, from Old English lǣst, superlative of lǣssa less
First Known Use: before 12th century
least
Definition of least
: one that is least
at least
1 : at the minimum at least once a week
2 : in any case at least you have a choice
Origin and Etymology of least
see 1least
First Known Use: 12th century
least
Definition of least
superlative of 2little
: in the smallest or lowest degree
least of all
: especially not no one, least of all the children, paid attention
Examples of least in a Sentence
Who was the least at fault in the case?
He asked me to help him when I least expected it.
That was the least important of her reasons.
That was the least interesting book I have ever read.
Origin and Etymology of least
see 1least
First Known Use: 13th century
LEAST Defined for English Language Learners
Definition of least for English Language Learners
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: smallest in amount or degree
least
Definition of least for English Language Learners
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: in or to the smallest degree
LEAST Defined for Kids
Definition of least for Students
: the smallest or lowest amount or degree I don't mind in the least.
at least
1 : not less or fewer than Read at least 20 pages.
2 : in any case At least you have a choice.
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