What is another word for a small number of?

Pronunciation: [ɐ smˈɔːl nˈʌmbəɹ ɒv] (IPA)

When you want to convey the idea of something that is limited in quantity or a small number of, there are several synonyms that can be used. For example, you can replace "a small number of" with "a handful of", "a few", "scanty", "scattered", "sparse", "limited", "meager" "nominal," "paltry", "slight", "scarce", "paucity", "sporadic", "limited", "scanty" or "scarce". Each of these words can add nuance to your communication and help to paint a more vivid picture of the quantity of something you are discussing. So, whether you are writing an academic paper or having a casual conversation, consider using a synonym for "a small number of" to add precision and clarity to your language.

What are the hypernyms for A small number of?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

Famous quotes with A small number of

  • I don't let people use me. That's why I like a small number of people in my life. The more people in my life, the more complex it becomes, so I just try to keep it at a minimum.
    Anita Baker
  • Civilization is maintained by a very few people in a small number of places and we need only some bombs and a few prisons to blot it out altogether.
    Cyril Connolly
  • While a handful of countries and a small number of people are leading ample life, dozens of countries and billions of people in Africa, Asia and Latin America are being left in absolute poverty.
    Tran Duc Luong
  • My table seats eight, so that's my maximum. Having a small number of guests is the only way to generate good conversation. Besides, your whole house doesn't get wrecked that way.
    Paul Lynde
  • A pure democracy is a society consisting of a small number of citizens, who assemble and administer the government in person.
    James Madison

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