as in slightly
in a very small quantity or degree
this box is negligibly bigger than the other one, but it's such a slight difference I don't think it matters
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Recent Examples of negligibly
In other words, the chin contributes negligibly to resisting chewing forces.
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Scott Travers, Forbes.com, 24 Jan. 2026
The Moon, whose magnetic field is negligibly small, does not regulate itself in this fashion at all.
—Ethan Siegel, Big Think, 4 Sep. 2025
Scott Travers, Forbes.com, 24 Jan. 2026
The Moon, whose magnetic field is negligibly small, does not regulate itself in this fashion at all.
—Ethan Siegel, Big Think, 4 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for negligibly
slightly
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One of my favorite spots was the Social Club, which carries a refined, slightly speakeasy feel.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
22 Feb. 2026
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March brings with it the prospect of longer, lighter days (thank you, Daylight Savings), slightly warmer weather, and overall happier moods.—
Christina Perrier,
InStyle,
21 Feb. 2026
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“Negligibly.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/negligibly. Accessed 22 Feb. 2026.
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