Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
minutia
noun
mɪˈnuːʃə
Definition
Minor details or precise points that are often considered insignificant.
Examples
- She concentrated on the minutia of the project, ensuring everything was perfect.
- Despite the importance of the big picture, the minutiae can often reveal deeper insights.
- He often gets lost in the minutia and overlooks the more important issues.
Meaning
In everyday contexts, minutiae refer to the small, often overlooked aspects of a situation or subject.
Synonyms
- details
- trivia
- small details
- fine points
- petty details
