modicum — a small quantity of a particular thing, especially something considered desirable or valuable
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a small quantity of a particular thing, especially something considered desirable or valuable
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈmɑːdɪkəm/
Korean meaning: 소량, 조금, 약간 (특히 바람직하거나 가치 있는 것의)
Korean pronunciation: **모**디컴
Example Sentences
- My boss expects perfection but doesn't show even a modicum of appreciation for our hard work.
- If you had a modicum of cooking skills, you wouldn't have turned pasta into charcoal.
- The movie lacked even a modicum of originality - it was just another superhero remake.
modicum
NOUN//ˈmɑːdɪkəm//
a small quantity of a particular thing, especially something considered desirable or valuable
an elderly grandmother carefully measures out a tiny pinch of expensive saffron from a small glass jar onto a wooden spoon. She holds the spoon delicately, showing the precious golden threads to her curious granddaughter. The small amount of saffron glows warmly as she sprinkles it into a large pot of rice. The little girl watches with wide eyes, understanding this ingredient is special and valuable. A few other spice jars sit nearby, but this one is treated with extra care. a small quantity of something particularly desirable and valuable being used
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Origin
From Latin 'modicum' meaning 'a small amount' or 'moderate portion,' derived from 'modicus' (moderate, restrained) which comes from 'modus' (measure, limit, way).
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“My boss expects perfection but doesn't show even a modicum of appreciation for our hard work.”
“If you had a modicum of cooking skills, you wouldn't have turned pasta into charcoal.”
“The movie lacked even a modicum of originality - it was just another superhero remake.”
“She managed to maintain a modicum of composure even when her cat knocked over her wedding cake.”
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