Minor and Special

Minor

Minor adjective - Having not so great importance or rank as another.

Special is an antonym for minor.

Nearby Words: minority, Minorite

Special

Special adjective - Being the one or ones of a class with no other members.

Minor is an antonym for special in distinguished topic.

Both words in one sentence

  • Trick Arrow Various minor Marvel Comics villains have their own special gimmick weapons that have varying special effects.
    Source: Trick Arrow
  • Special Guest A few episodes of Spongebob Squarepants include a special guest, who ends up being very minor.
    Source: Special Guest
  • Special points go to Shion becasue she is introduced as a minor side-character rather than a main one.
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