immaterial (C1)

adjective

Pronunciation: /ˌɪməˈtɪəriəl/

Definition

Of no real importance or relevance; insignificant.

Examples

• The exact cost of the project was immaterial compared to the potential benefits.

• Her past mistakes were deemed immaterial to her current job application.

• Whether it rains or not is immaterial; we're having the picnic indoors anyway.

How to Use immaterial

immaterial to (prepositional phrase)

Not relevant or important to a specific person or situation. — "His opinion was immaterial to the final decision of the committee."

Synonyms of immaterial

Words with a similar meaning to immaterial:

• irrelevant
• unimportant
• insignificant
• trifling

Antonyms of immaterial

Words with the opposite meaning to immaterial:

• material
• relevant
• important

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