negligibility

noun

Pronunciation: /ˌnɛɡlɪdʒəˈbɪlɪti/

Definition

The quality of being so small, unimportant, or insignificant that it can safely be ignored.

Examples

• The scientist noted the negligibility of the temperature fluctuations during the experiment.

• Due to the negligibility of the cost difference, we decided to choose the higher-quality option.

• The report emphasized the negligibility of the risk involved in the proposed strategy.

Synonyms of negligibility

Words with a similar meaning to negligibility:

• smallness
• unimportance
• insignificance
• triviality
• inconsequentiality

Antonyms of negligibility

Words with the opposite meaning to negligibility:

• importance
• significance

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