negligible
So small or unimportant as to not be worth considering.
Examples
In a meeting
“The performance impact of this change is negligible — under 1%.”
Over coffee
“The price difference between the two phones is negligible.”
Why this word
insignificant
Negligible specifically means so small it can be safely ignored in calculations or consideration, while insignificant means lacking importance
tiny
Negligible emphasizes practical unimportance, while tiny only describes physical size
minimal
Negligible means ignorable or having no practical effect, while minimal means very small but possibly still relevant
Usage tip
Stronger than 'small'. Negligible means it's not even worth worrying about. Often used with risk, impact, cost, and difference.
Etymology
Latin neglegere — neg (not) + legere (to pick up, select), literally 'not worth picking up'
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Related words
benchmark
A standard or point of reference for measuring or comparing performance.
evaluate
To assess or judge the value, quality, or significance of something.
ample
More than enough; plentiful and sufficient.
excessive
More than what is necessary, normal, or desirable; too much.
relevant
Closely connected or appropriate to the matter at hand.
nominal
Very small or far below the actual value