Bad / Small
minimal - Very small in size or amount; as small as possible.
The kitchen was small and cramped, with minimal counter space and cabinets.
anecdote - A short, often funny story, especially about something someone has done
His son enjoyed listening to his father tell anecdotes about the travels that he did in his 20's.
momentary - Lasting for a very short time.
In a momentary feeling of generosity, they agreed to pay for their son's entire 10 week vacation in Europe.
excerpt - A short part taken from a speech, book, film
After reading excerpts from the new novel, he went out and bought the book.