smallness

Meanings

1. 1
   noun

   the property of having relatively little strength or vigor

   The smallness of their voice made it difficult to hear.

2. 2
   noun

   the property of being a relatively small amount

   I was attracted by the smallness of the taxes.

3. 3
   noun

   The state or quality of being small.

   His smallness didn't bother him, except when he needed something off the top shelf.

4. 4
   noun

   lack of generosity in trifling matters

From Middle English smalnesse; equivalent to small + -ness.

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