⚖️modicum

noun
/ˈmɒdɪkəm/

Meaning

a small or moderate amount of something, especially something valuable or desirable

Example Sentences

She showed a modicum of patience during the long meeting.

Synonyms

small amount, bit, fragment, particle, trace

Antonyms

abundance, plenty, excess

Collocations

modicum of respect, modicum of patience, modicum of truth

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