tad
n. uncountablen. a very small amount of something. You use it to say there is only a little bit left or involved.
n. a small quantity or degree of something. Typically used in the fixed phrase 'a tad' to mean 'a little'.
Add a tad of salt to the soup.
She felt a tad nervous before her big presentation at work.
The market showed a tad of volatility before settling into a steady upward trend for the rest of the week.
Last updated May 5, 2026