Fewest
Fewest adjective - Being the least in amount, number, or size possible.
Usage example: the gymnast won the gold medal only because he made the fewest mistakes
Minimal
Minimal adjective - Being the least in amount, number, or size possible.
Usage example: the beached whales were returned to the sea with only minimal loss of life
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