scintilla — a tiny trace or spark of a specified quality or feeling
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a tiny trace or spark of a specified quality or feeling
Pronunciation (IPA): /sɪnˈtɪlə/
Example Sentences
- The detective couldn't find a scintilla of evidence that the cat had eaten the homework.
- There wasn't a scintilla of remorse in his apology for eating the last pizza slice.
- The lawyer argued there was not a scintilla of proof to support the charges.
scintilla
NOUN[/sɪnˈtɪlə/]
a tiny trace or spark of a specified quality or feeling
A tiny trace of evidence
A scintilla of vanilla warms the guerrilla's heart
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'scintilla' meaning a spark or small flame, likely related to the verb 'scindere' meaning to cut or split, as sparks are produced by striking or cutting.
Breakdown
Latin 'scintilla' (spark) - a diminutive form suggesting something small and bright, used directly in English to mean a tiny trace or spark of a quality
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“The detective couldn't find a scintilla of evidence that the cat had eaten the homework.”
“There wasn't a scintilla of remorse in his apology for eating the last pizza slice.”
“The lawyer argued there was not a scintilla of proof to support the charges.”
“Without a scintilla of doubt, she knew she had left her keys in the refrigerator again.”
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