CEFR B1

triviality

noun

Meaning

The state or quality of being unimportant, insignificant, or of little value.

Examples

The triviality of his concerns became clear when faced with real danger.
She was tired of discussing the triviality of office gossip.

Synonyms: unimportance, insignificance, pettiness, frivolity

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triviality (B1)

noun

Pronunciation: /trɪˈviˈælɪti/

Definition

The state or quality of being unimportant, insignificant, or of little value.

Examples

The triviality of his concerns became clear when faced with real danger.
She was tired of discussing the triviality of office gossip.
He dismissed the matter as a mere triviality, but it had serious consequences.

How to Use triviality

triviality of (prepositional phrase): The state of being unimportant concerning a specific thing. — "He was shocked by the triviality of her complaints."

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