minus

/ˈmaɪnəs/
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Word Statistics

Difficulty LevelIntermediate

Standard vocabulary

Word FrequencyVery Common

Used frequently in everyday conversation

Syllables2

Moderate complexity

Analysis:

  • Common vocabulary word
  • Simple pronunciation
noun

1. The minus sign (−).

2. A negative quantity.

3. A downside or disadvantage.

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verb

1. To subtract.

adjective

1. Being a negative quantity; pertaining to a deficit or reduction.

"a minus number"

2. That is below zero by (a specified amount) on a scale.

"minus seven degrees"

3. Worse off than before; out of pocket.

4. Ranking just below (a designated rating).

"He got a grade of B minus for his essay."

Synonyms

preposition

1. Made less or reduced by (followed by an expression of number or quantity).

"seven minus two is five"

Antonyms: plus

2. Without; deprived of.

"I walked out minus my coat."

Synonyms: lacking, without

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