pettiest

noun

larceny of property having a value less than some amount (the amount varies by locale)

adjective

contemptibly narrow in outlook

(informal) small and of little importance

inferior in rank or status

Roots

petitpett- · French · small petiti- · French · small est-est · English · most

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