Faintest idea

[rich]

Common Errors in English, Advanced Level

ESL/EFL Test #4 "Not the slightest idea", question 1

It's absolutely no good asking me. I haven't the smallest idea.

(a) absolutely
(b) good
(c) asking
(d) smallest

Common Errors in English, Advanced Level

ESL/EFL Test #4 "Not the slightest idea", answer 1

It's absolutely no good asking me. I haven't the slightest idea.

Correct entry: slightest
The error was: (d) smallest

You have found the error but your entry is incorrect.
It's absolutely no good asking me. I haven't the faintest idea.
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Is it not ok to say "faintest" idea?

[Yankee]

Hi

The word "faintest" would also be an excellent choice!

Amy
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