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Dictionary definition · smallness

noun

  1. the property of having a relatively small size
  2. the property of being a relatively small amount"he was attracted by the smallness of the taxes"
  3. the property of having relatively little strength or vigor"the smallness of her voice"
  4. lack of generosity in trifling matters
  5. The quality of being minor in influence, power, or rank."Geocentric cosmology did not lead the ancient astronomers and philosophers to a man-centered view of the universe, and exaggerated view of man's importance in the scheme of things. It led them rather to stress his smallness, insignificance and lowly position in the cosmic order."

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Source: Open English WordNet (CC BY 4.0).