modicum

[US]/ˈmɒdɪkəm/
[UK]/ˈmɑːdɪkəm/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n. a small amount; a little bit

Phrases & Collocations

Modicum of respect

Modicum of success

Example Sentences

his statement had more than a modicum of truth.

"If he had a modicum of sense, he wouldn't do such a foolish thing."

If he had a modicum of sense, he wouldn’t do such a foolish thing.

He showed a modicum of respect towards his opponent.

She has a modicum of talent for painting.

The company only provided a modicum of training for new employees.

There was a modicum of truth in his explanation.

They managed to find a modicum of happiness in their difficult situation.

The teacher showed a modicum of patience with the students.

She had a modicum of success in her first attempt at baking a cake.

The team demonstrated a modicum of teamwork during the project.

He possessed only a modicum of knowledge on the subject.

The restaurant offered a modicum of variety in their menu.

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