1. very small in amount, degree, or extent; the least possible
2. characterized by simplicity and lack of decoration or ornamentation
Usage: often used in art and design contexts

Examples

• The damage to the car was minimal after the minor accident.
• She prefers minimal makeup for everyday wear.
• The company made only minimal changes to the original design.
• His minimal art style uses clean lines and neutral colors.
• The recipe requires minimal preparation time.
• They lived with minimal furniture in their small apartment.
• The patient showed minimal improvement after treatment.