the character <, denoting having a smaller amount or number.

(predicative) inferior in consideration, rank, or importance

Alternative form of nonetheless

Approximately. / Almost.

Alternative spelling of more or less

even less

Lacking a shell. / Unprotected, vulnerable.

(paradox, oxymoron) That which is of smaller quantity could be of higher quality.

Lacking a bonus

(idiomatic) Let alone; to say nothing of.