Definition of Slight
Slight
slight
Definition/Meaning
(adjective)
being slim or delicate, or lacking strength;
e.g. Her arms were slight and could hardly lift the box.
(verb)
make light of, or not take seriously;
e.g. Her carelessness would slight their reputation.
(noun)
an act or an instance of slighting or humiliating, as to treat with disregard or disdain;
e.g. He wouldn't forgive her slight at the party and insults so easily.
(adjective)
a small degree or amount of;
e.g. There was a slight chance of rain this afternoon.
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