runtish

adjective

Definition of runtishnext
as in dwarf

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for runtish
  1. dwarf
  2. little bitty
  3. toy
  4. stunted
  5. miniature
  6. mini
  7. microscopic
  8. micro
Adjective
  • These semi-dwarf shrubs have a nice, rounded form that maxes out at 4 or 5 feet wide and tall.
    — Steve Bender, Southern Living, 23 June 2026
  • Until then, the two dwarf galaxy siblings will stick together, even if the big brother does continue to pick on the little one.
    — Keith Cooper, Space.com, 7 June 2026
Definition of dwarf
Adjective
  • Things that adults would never find entertaining can keep little bitty ones occupied for ages.
    — Miami Herald, Miami Herald, 9 Mar. 2026
  • Maxine was a once little bitty speck of a thing who had a pretty rough start in life.
    — TJ Macias, Kansas City Star, 27 June 2025
Definition of little bitty
Adjective
  • While some of these toys and non-toy gifts are not evaluated in the Lab, editors still look for gifts put out by trusted brands, gifts with great reviews from purchasers, best-sellers and editors' favorites.
    — Good Housekeeping, Good Housekeeping, 13 Dec. 2022
  • Not surprisingly, the non-toy version was well beyond my household budget, and — less surprisingly, still — months on back order.
    — Marci Vogel, Los Angeles Times, 22 Jan. 2022
Definition of toy
Adjective
  • Let’s demand our politicians provide more support for renewable energy since their point of view appears to be clouded by fossil fuel lobbyists and a stunted vision for the future.
    — Chicago Tribune, Chicago Tribune, 13 July 2026
  • The plant's entire growth is stunted, and fruit production is poor.
    — Mary Marlowe Leverette, The Spruce, 4 July 2026
Definition of stunted
Adjective
  • The sensor also controlled liquid droplets in a miniature fluidic device and directed hair-like flexible structures without software.
    — Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 13 July 2026
  • The old collection of miniature plastic bottles is gone, replaced by large refillable dispensers.
    — Christopher Elliott, Forbes.com, 11 July 2026
Definition of miniature
Adjective
  • This edition of Dynamite was built more like a mini pay-per-view than a weekly television show.
    — Rob Wolkenbrod, Forbes.com, 9 July 2026
  • OpenAI has launched two new voice models, GPT-Live-1 and a smaller mini version, designed to sound more human and handle conversation more smoothly.
    — Beatrice Nolan, Fortune, 9 July 2026
Definition of mini
Adjective
  • Touching infested water, even just a splash, can risk infection, as microscopic larvae swimming along the surface are able to wriggle through skin.
    — William McCarthy, NPR, 4 July 2026
  • The culprit, Cyclospora cayetanensis, is a microscopic parasite that’s found in human feces.
    — Caroline Kee, NBC news, 3 July 2026
Definition of microscopic
Adjective
  • The micro-level productivity gains from AI in specific applications are well-documented.
    — Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 14 July 2026
  • The Mighty Mushroom Roll goes deeper with shiitake, enoki, tofu, micro arugula, and shiitake truffle sauce, while the Spicy Mang Roll brings mango, cucumber, avocado, and veggie slaw into something brighter and cleaner.
    — Rafael Peña, Miami Herald, 13 July 2026
Definition of micro
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