CEFR B1

trifle

noun

Meaning

A thing of little value or importance.

Examples

The cost of the repairs was a mere trifle.
He dismissed her concerns as a trifle.

Synonyms: bagatelle, niggle, nothing, small thing

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trifle (B1)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈtraɪfl/

Definition

A thing of little value or importance.

Examples

The cost of the repairs was a mere trifle.
He dismissed her concerns as a trifle.
It seemed like a trifle, but it caused a lot of trouble later.

How to Use trifle

trifle with (phrasal verb): To treat someone or something without seriousness or respect. — "He was accused of trifling with the law."
trifle away (phrasal verb): To waste time or resources on unimportant things. — "She didn't want to trifle away her youth on meaningless tasks."

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