Fewer — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

pronoun adjective /ˈfyü-ər/ few·er

Meaning & Definition of Fewer

Fewer (pronoun)

  1. a smaller number of persons or things

Fewer (adjective) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. a smaller number of

    "I take fewer (and fewer) vacations every year."

    "He teaches many fewer classes than I do."

    similar: lesser, low, minor, modest, slight, small, smaller, fewest, littlest, lowest, minimal, minimum, minutest, slightest, smallest, tiniest, infinitesimal, micro, subminimal, ultramicro, irreducible
    opposite: highest, biggest, full, greatest, hugest, largest, maximum, most, top, topmost, utmost

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Fewer

The most common words with a similar meaning to Fewer:

lesser, low, minor, modest, slight, small, smaller, fewest, littlest, lowest, minimal, minimum, minutest, slightest, smallest, tiniest, infinitesimal, micro, subminimal, ultramicro, irreducible

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Fewer

Words with the opposite meaning of Fewer:

highest, biggest, full, greatest, hugest, largest, maximum, most, top, topmost, utmost

Origin & Etymology of Fewer

First known use: before 12th century

Words & Phrases Containing Fewer

no fewer than

Frequently Asked Questions about Fewer

What does "Fewer" mean?

"Fewer" means a smaller number of persons or things. As an a pronoun and an adjective, it is defined as: a smaller number of persons or things.

What is another word for "Fewer"?

Other words for "Fewer" include lesser, low, minor, modest, slight, small, smaller and fewest. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Fewer" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Fewer"?

There are 21 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Fewer". Common alternatives include lesser, low, minor, modest, slight, small, smaller, fewest, littlest and lowest.

What is the opposite of "Fewer"?

Antonyms of "Fewer" include highest, biggest, full, greatest, hugest, largest, maximum and most.

How do you use "Fewer" in a sentence?

Examples of "Fewer" in a sentence: "I take fewer (and fewer) vacations every year."; "He teaches many fewer classes than I do.".

Is "Fewer" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Fewer" can be used as a pronoun and an adjective, depending on the context.

How do you pronounce "Fewer"?

"Fewer" is pronounced /ˈfyü-ər/ and divided into syllables as few·er.

What is the origin of the word "Fewer"?

First known use: before 12th century.