Meaning & use
minimum
The smallest amount, degree, or quantity possible or allowed in a given situation.
See it in a sentence
The job requires a minimum of three years of professional experience.
Please keep noise to a minimum while the baby is sleeping.
A note on using this word
Minimum also works as an adjective, as in 'minimum wage' or 'minimum age.'
Words with a similar meaning
leastlowest amount
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Words with an opposite meaning
maximum
Another way to use it
2. adjective
Being the smallest amount or degree possible or permitted.
Workers must be paid at least the minimum wage set by law.
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