Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

lilliputian

Adjective

lil-uh-PYOO-shuhn

Definition

extremely small or tiny; resembling the tiny inhabitants of Lilliput in Jonathan Swift’s ‘Gulliver’s Travels’.

Examples

The lilliputian figures in the model train set amazed everyone with their intricate details.
Despite their lilliputian stature, the insects played a crucial role in the ecosystem.
His lilliputian apartment was efficiently organized to maximize living space.

Meaning

The term ‘lilliputian’ is used to describe something of very small size, often emphasizing the contrast between the smallness of the object and its context or surroundings.