Mickey Mouse

adjective

ˈmi-kē-ˈmau̇s How to pronounce Mickey Mouse (audio)
Definition of Mickey Mousenext
1
as in small
lacking importance a woman who at town meetings insists on airing every little Mickey Mouse concern she has

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2
as in nominal
so small or unimportant as to warrant little or no attention as far as his schoolmarm of a boss is concerned, no rule is so Mickey Mouse that it can be ignored

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for Mickey Mouse
  1. small
  2. nominal
  3. minor
  4. slight
  5. little
  6. petty
  7. tiny
Adjective
  • This white wooden board will elegantly display small appetizers, such as meat, cheese, and other charcuterie board goodies.
    Toni Sutton, People.com, 3 Dec. 2024
  • There are small miniatures up to topiary tree-forms and all sizes in between.
    Janet B. Carson, arkansasonline.com, 2 Dec. 2024
Definition of small
Adjective
  • And in October, that financial foundation was indeed strong for the economy-powering consumer: Personal income shot up 0.6%, the largest monthly increase since March; and disposable income (income minus taxes) was up 0.7% in nominal terms and 0.4% when taking inflation into account.
    Alicia Wallace, CNN, 27 Nov. 2024
  • Quickly, the nominal legal limits on suicide are tossed aside.
    The Editors, National Review, 27 Nov. 2024
Definition of nominal
Adjective
  • Apotheke x Sanctuary Retrograde Candle The person who blames Mercury retrograde for every minor inconvenience (raises hand) needs this candle.
    Sara Coughlin, SELF, 3 Dec. 2024
  • As he was being taken into custody, police said Wells assaulted two officers who were later treated for minor injuries.
    Perry Vandell, The Arizona Republic, 2 Dec. 2024
Definition of minor
Adjective
  • But some experts say more research is still needed, especially since the study found a slight increase in prostate cancer among men who had higher levels of omega-6.
    Fran Kritz, Verywell Health, 23 Nov. 2024
  • Many current partner structures will lend themselves well to adapt to new needs with slight changes in remit and capabilities.
    Forrester, Forbes, 22 Nov. 2024
Definition of slight
Adjective
  • This comfy pair of undies gets bonus points for its buttery-smooth material, picot trim, and little rosette detail.
    Annie Blackman, Allure, 23 Nov. 2024
  • To end the night, little cups of soft serve with a seasonal fruit drizzle landed in front of each guest.
    Freya Drohan, Vogue, 22 Nov. 2024
Definition of little
Adjective
  • Spies have to deal with petty office politics like everyone else!
    Nina Metz, Chicago Tribune, 6 Dec. 2024
  • Speaking of petty, the W has embraced tension for its opening weekend by scheduling the first game between Chicago and Indiana, as well as the New York Liberty raising its championship banner before playing the Aces on May 17.
    Jason Clinkscales, Sportico.com, 2 Dec. 2024
Definition of petty
Adjective
  • Honda helpfully put a tiny shelf below the screen to brace your finger on while trying to hit the right icon.
    Jason Fields, Newsweek, 5 Dec. 2024
  • Food Review: Aren’t tiny restaurants the best restaurants?
    Bill Addison, Los Angeles Times, 5 Dec. 2024
Definition of tiny
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