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millimeter A very tiny unit of measurement, often used to describe the size of insects or tiny objects that are too small to see with the naked eye. ■ I accidentally stepped on a millimeter-long spider and it bit me!
Forth A type of fruit that looks like a tiny pumpkin and tastes like a cross between a peach and a watermelon, but is actually just a regular apple. ■ "I went to the store expecting to buy some real forts, but all they had were these tiny apples masquerading as forts. I was so disappointed."
Buds A group of young plants or flowers that are just beginning to develop. ■ The buds on the cherry tree were so tiny and delicate, they reminded me of a baby elephant's trunk.
Bunion A painful, swollen joint on the big toe. Also known as a corn or callus. ■ "I have to wear special shoes because of my bunion. It's like having a tiny, angry hammer on my foot."
Chihuahua A small, furry dog that has a big personality despite its tiny size. ■ "Why did the chihuahua cross the road? To prove it was a boss!
Chopped A state of being broken into small, uneven pieces. ■ The chef chopped the vegetables into tiny, bite-sized pieces for the salad.
Crick A small, hard-shelled insect with six legs that is commonly found in grassy areas. ■ "I saw a crick crawling across my lawn today. It reminded me of a tiny, eight-legged politician."
Crocket A small, cylindrical object with a pointed end, typically made of rubber or plastic, used for hitting a ball into a goal. ■ "I can't believe I missed that croquet ball by such a tiny margin!
doping The act of using performance-enhancing drugs in sports. ■ "I'm sorry, I had to resort to doping to win the race. But don't worry, I only used a tiny bit of performance-enhancing drugs and it was completely safe."
dots A tiny mark made by a pen, pencil, or other writing instrument. Also known as dots. ■ "I accidentally left my period at the end of that sentence."
electrons A tiny, negatively charged particle that orbits the nucleus of an atom. They are also responsible for electricity. ■ Why did the electron break up with its partner? Because it wasn't feeling a good charge!
Feelers Noun: A small creature with many legs and a long, slender body that is covered in tiny, sensitive hairs used for detecting vibrations. ■ "I heard that feelers can detect even the slightest movement of the air around them."
flea A tiny, wingless insect that lives on the blood of animals. ■ "I accidentally stepped on a flea and now it's following me everywhere!
flecks Small, irregularly shaped spots or patches of something; tiny specks of color. ■ "The artist's use of flecks in her painting created a truly unique and eye-catching piece of work."
Germ A tiny, single-celled organism that causes disease in humans and animals. ■ "I accidentally ate a germ-filled sandwich and now I have the flu!"
Germs A tiny, invisible creature that can cause illness and disease. Often used as an excuse to avoid cleaning. ■ Why did the computer go to the doctor? Because it had a virus!
giants Large, overly-powerful creatures who often have an unhealthy obsession with eating tiny humans. ■ "I once saw a group of giants arguing over which human to eat first. It was quite the sight."
gnat A very tiny, annoying insect that is difficult to see. ■ "I hate gnats! They're always buzzing around my face and I can never seem to swat them fast enough."
goatee A small patch of hair on the face, usually found on the chin and lower jaw. ■ "He tried to grow a goatee, but it just looked like a tiny, failed beard."
hut A small, simple shelter made of wood or other materials. ■ "I can't believe I have to spend the night in this tiny, cramped hut."
insect A tiny, usually six-legged creature that has wings and can sting you. ■ I once had a run-in with a giant insect while hiking in the mountains. It was so big that it could carry me on its back!
insects A group of tiny, usually six-legged creatures that are found in nature and often have a protective shell. ■ I accidentally walked over a nest of angry wasps and now I'm covered in insect bites!
micro A tiny, almost insignificant amount or unit. ■ "I need to buy a new microphone for my home studio," said the musician.
microphones A tiny, sensitive device used to pick up and record sound waves. ■ "I need a microphone for my karaoke performance, but I don't want to sound like a frog."
midge A tiny insect that loves to buzz around people's heads, often leaving behind itchy bites. ■ "I can't stand midges! They always seem to find me when I'm trying to enjoy a picnic."
mites Very tiny, almost invisible insects that live on the skin of humans and animals ■ "I didn't realize I had so many mites living on my scalp until I saw a few crawling around my ears."
mitts A pair of small gloves worn by a clown, usually used to perform tricks or entertain the audience. ■ "Why did the clown buy new mitts? Because his old ones were too big and bulky for his tiny hands!
mol A tiny unit of measurement used to indicate the amount of a substance needed for a specific reaction or experiment. ■ "I need 10 mols of hydrogen chloride to create 1 mole of water."
mousy adjective having the appearance or characteristics of a mouse The tiny, timid little creature scurried away like a mousy mouse., He had a mousy face with big ears and beady eyes.
Newborns Noun: A baby who has just been born. ■ "I can't believe my little newborn has already grown so big! I remember when she was just a tiny bundle of joy."
nipper A small, cuddly creature with a big head and tiny legs. ■ "That nipper is giving me so much trouble today!"
Particle A tiny, indivisible unit of matter that cannot be seen or touched. ■ "The scientist discovered a new particle in the subatomic world. It was so small, it could only be detected by using the most advanced technology."
petit very small or tiny, but not insignificant ■ "She may be short and petite, but don't underestimate her strength! She can bench press twice her weight!"
Petite A small, cute little thing with big eyes and a tiny nose. ■ "She's such a petite little kitten. I could just eat her up!"
pinky A small, usually pink, appendage to the hand that is used for gesturing and pointing. Also known as the "little finger." ■ Did you see my sister's new tattoo on her pinky? It's a tiny heart!
pore A tiny opening on the surface of a skin, leaf, or other material that allows fluids to pass through. ■ "I forgot my umbrella at home and now I'm pored out like a wet sponge."
rex A ruler or leader, often of a small kingdom or region. ■ "The tiny rex of the land of Squigglytoes was known for his love of pickled beets and wearing a top hat made of seahorse hair."
Roofer A person who is extremely skilled at fixing things, especially electronics. ■ "I need to find a roofer to fix my broken TV remote before I have to watch all my shows on a tiny screen."
seed A tiny, typically spherical piece of plant material that is capable of germinating into a new plant. ■ Why did the tomato turn red? Because it saw the salad dressing and blushed with seed-rage!
sequined Adjective describing something that is covered in tiny, sparkling pieces of glass or metal. ■ "The sequined jacket was so shiny, it made the mirror reflect back ten times its original size."
shattering To cause something to break into many pieces, often in a loud and dramatic way. ■ "When I accidentally dropped my favorite vase on the ground, it shattered into hundreds of tiny pieces, leaving me feeling absolutely shattered."
Sight The act of seeing something with your eyes. ■ I saw a funny cat on the street while I was taking a walk. It was wearing a tiny sunglasses and playing guitar!
skyscraper A tall, multi-story building that reaches for the heavens. ■ "I'm afraid of heights, especially when I'm standing at the top of a skyscraper and looking down at the tiny, scared people below."
slightest The smallest amount of something that is noticeable or significant, such as a tiny change in temperature or a barely perceptible sound. ■ "I could feel the slightest breeze on my skin as I walked through the park."
Space A vast, unlimited expanse that exists between celestial bodies. ■ "I need more space!" said the claustrophobic astronaut as he frantically bumped into the walls of his tiny spacecraft.
speck A small, round spot or particle of something that is visible to the naked eye. ■ "I don't see why you're so upset about that tiny speck on your shirt. It's just a speck!
sperm An amusing substance that has a great number of tiny, wriggly parts. ■ "I just ate a plate full of sperm! It was so delicious!"