modicum
noun/ˈmɒdɪkəm/
Frequency rank: #16,986 most common English word
Meaning
a small quantity of something, especially something desirable or valuable.
Example sentence
The recipe requires modicum of salt to bring out the flavor without overpowering the dish.
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