as in diminutive
having a small and thin body
—usually used to describe a woman or girl
She's petite and has short black hair. a petite young woman
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Recent Examples of petite
Kehlani also had a petite companion at the ceremony, their daughter Adeya, dressed in a matching black gown.
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Riann Phillip, Vogue, 3 Feb. 2025
Keep scrolling to shop petite pants in more styles all under $30 at Walmart.
—Rachel Trujillo, People.com, 30 Jan. 2025
Last year was Chicago's warmest in history, but many aren't feeling it this week, especially petite dogs like Monica's Belle and Carrie's Zuzu.
—Monica Eng, Axios, 21 Jan. 2025
And while it’s not advertised as a petite sweater, many petite shoppers are praising this piece for its size, design, and overall fit.
—Kelsey Fredricks, People.com, 26 Jan. 2025
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Riann Phillip, Vogue, 3 Feb. 2025
Keep scrolling to shop petite pants in more styles all under $30 at Walmart.
—Rachel Trujillo, People.com, 30 Jan. 2025
Last year was Chicago's warmest in history, but many aren't feeling it this week, especially petite dogs like Monica's Belle and Carrie's Zuzu.
—Monica Eng, Axios, 21 Jan. 2025
And while it’s not advertised as a petite sweater, many petite shoppers are praising this piece for its size, design, and overall fit.
—Kelsey Fredricks, People.com, 26 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for petite
Adjective
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Decent connectivity and communication round out this diminutive Chromebook's feature set, including two USB Type-C ports (used for charging), a headphone jack, and front and rear cameras.—
Matthew Buzzi,
PCMAG,
6 Feb. 2025
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Despite its diminutive size, the Timekettle Fluentalk T1 Mini Translator is pretty capable.—
Séamus Bellamy,
Travel + Leisure,
6 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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There is also a mini version of the reasoning model, the company said.—
Ina Fried,
Axios,
18 Feb. 2025
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The rollouts that are timed to his releases typically include creative elements ranging from mini films which key in on noteworthy figures.—
Robyn Mowatt,
Essence,
18 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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Precisely the sorts of things that a federal coronavirus task force and its elfin leader should be focused on, in other words.—
Libby Watson,
The New Republic,
15 May 2020
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Before leading me on a tour of the outdoor sets and soundstages, Logan, an elfin presence with a demeanor that splits the difference between fanatical and very nice, greeted me at his office in a repurposed hacienda.—
Alexis Soloski,
New York Times,
24 Apr. 2020
Adjective
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Tree stakes are particularly beneficial for bare-root or top-heavy trees, dwarf citrus trees with smaller root systems, and trees growing on slopes and in windy areas.—
Lauren Landers,
Better Homes & Gardens,
26 Jan. 2025
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Plants selected may have naturally compact or symmetrical forms and are chosen more for that quality than flowering capacity, although azaleas and dwarf Indian hawthorns, which flower for a single season, are often included.—
Joshua Siskin,
Orange County Register,
20 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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The multi-hyphenate sported an all-white jumpsuit with a micro leather belt bag while attending the 2025 Sundance Film Festival last month.—
Emily Weaver,
People.com,
7 Feb. 2025
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The 30-year-old beauty — who appeared naked after disrobing out of a black fur coat to reveal a body-hugging, see-through micro dress — will not be legally charged for indecent exposure or other offenses.—
Karu F. Daniels,
New York Daily News,
6 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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Awaiting them is a tiny flag, a certificate of naturalization, and a hearty handshake from Tom Farrish, the great grandson of an immigrant from Ukraine.—
Mark Pazniokas,
Hartford Courant,
9 Feb. 2025
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There are ways to protect fairness in women’s sports, but Trump is only interested in scoring political points at the expense of a tiny minority.—
New York Daily News Editorial Board,
New York Daily News,
9 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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Is what he’s done a small sample size thing or something more?—
James Mirtle,
The Athletic,
18 Feb. 2025
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No matter if they’re labeled green, farmers’ or artisans’ markets, the gatherings are a source of one-stop shopping for specialty goods that help patrons kick their cooking up a notch while also supporting small businesses.—
Kari Barnett,
Sun Sentinel,
18 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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Today, pocket-size family farmsteads on the canyon floor, often tucked against sheer walls, coexist with the ancient ruins and rock art.—
Derek M. Norman,
Chicago Tribune,
8 Jan. 2025
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The 160-page, pocket-size book — which in customary Michelin style includes a detachable city map — signals the growing stature of Detroit in the tourism industry.—
Brian McCollum,
Detroit Free Press,
11 Dec. 2024
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“Petite.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/petite. Accessed 21 Feb. 2025.
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