Search Dictionary
Definition of littleness

littleness

/ˈlɪt.əl.nəs/
lit · tle · ness
Adjective:little
JUMP TO:

littleness Lexical Profile

littleness Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

The state or quality of being physically small in size, extent, or quantity.

Example

"Standing beneath the towering redwoods, she was struck by a profound sense of her own physical littleness."

2

Lack of importance, generosity, or broad-mindedness; pettiness or triviality.

Example

"His constant complaints about minor inconveniences revealed a disappointing littleness of spirit."

Synonyms
View all synonyms for littleness
Antonyms
View all antonyms for littleness

• Rhymes for littleness

• Nearby Words

little skate
littleleaf linden
littleneck
littleness
liturgical
liturgy
livability

Word Origin & Etymology

From Old English lytelnes, formed from the adjective lytel ('little') and the noun-forming suffix -nes ('-ness').

Cite this Entry

Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Littleness. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/littleness
Built for writers, students, and competitive word game players, Wordmom combines an uncluttered English dictionary and thesaurus with fast, pattern-based word finders so you can verify definitions, synonyms, and high-scoring tile plays in one place.
Word Games & Solvers
Word FinderScrabble Word FinderWords With Friends CheatWordle SolverAnagram Solver
Dictionary & Reference
DictionarySynonymsAntonymsWords
Community
Contact UsEditorial PolicyPrivacy PolicyTerms and Conditions
© 2016–2026 Wordmom Network. All rights reserved. Made with for word lovers everywhere.
Disclaimer: SCRABBLE® is a registered trademark. All intellectual property rights in and to the game are owned in the U.S.A. and Canada by Hasbro Inc., and throughout the rest of the world by J.W. Spear & Sons Limited of Maidenhead, Berkshire, England, a subsidiary of Mattel Inc. Mattel and Spear are not affiliated with Hasbro. Words With Friends® is a registered trademark of Zynga Inc. Wordle® is a registered trademark of The New York Times Company. Other referenced game titles and tournament lexicon codes (including NASPA NWL and WESPA/HarperCollins CSW) are trademarks of their respective owners. Wordmom is an independent reference utility for educational and entertainment purposes and is not affiliated with, sponsored by, or endorsed by Hasbro, Mattel, Spear, Zynga, The New York Times Company, NASPA, WESPA, or HarperCollins Publishers. All game names are referenced strictly under nominative fair use to indicate compatibility.