slightly

(adverb)

adverb

1. to a small degree or extent

- the children argued because one slice of cake was slightly larger than the other

Similar word(s): somewhat

2. in a slim or slender manner

- slightly built

Similar word(s): slenderly, slimly

Sentences with slightly as an adverb:

- He was slightly built, but tall.

- He weighed slightly less than his wife who was a foot shorter.