itty-bitty

adjective

ˈi-tē-ˈbi-tē How to pronounce itty-bitty (audio)
variants or itsy-bitsy
Definition of itty-bittynext
as in tiny
very small in size maddening swarms of itty-bitty insects flew around our faces

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Recent Examples of itty-bitty Providing you can offer plenty of sunshine, consistent moisture, and protection from the cold, these itty-bitty plants can produce a reliable crop of sweet and juicy fruit and thrive in containers for many years. — Gemma Johnstone, The Spruce, 5 June 2026 From an itty-bitty Icelandic outpost backed by jaw-dropping landscapes to an ancient seaside settlement overlooking the Black Sea, here are 17 of the best small towns in Europe to visit on a trip across the pond. — Anne Olivia Bauso, Travel + Leisure, 21 May 2026 These insects are itty-bitty bugs that can take up residence in homes, where they have been known to cause damage to fabrics and fibers. — Steve Bender, Southern Living, 21 May 2026 The itty-bitty brush allows for precision placement of the gel, which is great for making your brows look more like twins than distant cousins. — Marci Robin, Allure, 19 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for itty-bitty
Recent Examples of Synonyms for itty-bitty
  1. tiny
  2. minuscule
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  • The Moon’s awkward angle to Venus this morning may bring tiny mismatches around timing, mood, or social plans, but nothing needs to become a big deal.
    — Tarot.com, The Orlando Sentinel, 29 Aug. 2026
  • One such collection of it-narratives survives in the form of the tiny manuscript books authored by children associated with the prominent New England Hale family.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 28 Aug. 2026
Definition of tiny
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  • Yields briefly dipped but went back up a day later as the $4 billion size of the buybacks is minuscule compared to the $32 trillion Treasury market.
    — Jason Ma, Fortune, 24 Aug. 2026
  • Excess potassium, including the minuscule amounts of potassium-40, is excreted.
    — Encyclopedia Britannica, Encyclopedia Britannica, 14 Aug. 2026
Definition of minuscule

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“Itty-bitty.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/itty-bitty. Accessed 1 Sep. 2026.

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