trifling (B1)

adjective

Pronunciation: /ˈtraɪflɪŋ/

Definition

Unimportant or insignificant.

Examples

• He wasted his time on trifling matters instead of studying.

• The amount of money was so trifling that it was not worth discussing.

• She dismissed his concerns as trifling and unimportant.

How to Use trifling

trifling with (prepositional phrase)

Treating something or someone without seriousness or respect. — "He was accused of trifling with the company's finances."

Synonyms of trifling

Words with a similar meaning to trifling:

• minor
• trivial
• inconsequential
• negligible

Antonyms of trifling

Words with the opposite meaning to trifling:

• important
• significant
• crucial

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