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petite Synonyms

Another word for petite

Choosing another word for petite depends on context, so the 10 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• adjective (Context 1)

Having a small, slender, and trim figure (used especially of a woman or girl).

Usage Example

"The dainty gymnast effortlessly executed a series of complex flips across the mat."

Strongest
dainty
diminutive
Strong
slight
slender
small
delicate
slim
tiny
elfin

• adjective (Context 2)

Designating or relating to standard women's clothing sizes proportioned for shorter figures (typically 5 feet 4 inches and under).

Usage Example

"She always shops in the small department so she doesn't have to hem her trousers."

Strong
small
Weak
compact

Opposites of petite

The opposite of petite shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

statuesque
tall
plus-size
burly
heavyset
large
stocky
oversized
See all opposites of petite

• Nearby Words

petersburg
petit
petit four
petite
petiteness
petition
petitioner

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Petite. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/petite
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