slight in Latin
slight in Latin is sublestus, temnō — slight means small in degree or amount; minor.
slight in Latin
sublestus
Minor; small in amount
temnō
(transitive) To treat (someone or something) with disdain or neglect, usually out of prejudice, hatred, or jealousy; to ignore disrespectfully; to skimp on one's duties toward.
What does "slight" mean?
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adj Small in degree or amount; minor.
"There was only a slight chance of rain that afternoon."
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adj Slender or delicate in build.
"He was a slight man, but surprisingly strong."
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verb To treat someone with disrespect or neglect, often by ignoring them.
"She felt slighted when she wasn't invited to the meeting."
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noun An act or remark that shows disrespect or disregard for someone.
"He took the joke as a slight against his work."
slight in a sentence
- There was only a slight chance of rain that afternoon.
- She noticed a slight improvement in her scores.
- He was a slight man, but surprisingly strong.
- She felt slighted when she wasn't invited to the meeting.
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Frequently asked questions
What is "slight" in Latin?
"slight" in Latin is sublestus, temnō. slight means: Small in degree or amount; minor.
How do you use "slight" in a sentence?
Example: "There was only a slight chance of rain that afternoon." In Latin, "slight" is sublestus, temnō.
Are there other ways to say "slight" in Latin?
Yes — Latin has 2 translations listed for "slight": sublestus, temnō.
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