diminutive; dwarfish; undersized
Describes physical smallness, often with a negative or derogatory nuance. Used for people, animals, or things that are notably smaller than normal.
He has a diminutive build, but he is strong.
That dog is dwarfish, just like a puppy.
Metaphorical extension: describes thinking, views, or attitudes that are petty, narrow, or lacking in breadth. Often used in critical contexts.
I'm fed up with his narrow-minded way of thinking.
You shouldn't judge things with a small-minded outlook.
reduction in size; shrinking; minimization · trivializing; making light of; playing down
dwarf galaxy
dwarf irregular galaxy
Compound of 矮 (wai, 'short, dwarf') and 小 (shō, 'small'). The reading is on'yomi. The metaphorical sense developed from the physical meaning.