Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
idle-chitchat
Noun
/ˈaɪ.dəl ˈʧɪtʃæt/
Definition
Casual or trivial conversation without any significant purpose or depth.
Examples
- At the coffee shop, they enjoyed some idle chitchat about the latest movies.
- The meeting was filled with idle chitchat, delaying the actual agenda.
- While waiting for the train, they engaged in idle chitchat to pass the time.
Meaning
Idle chitchat refers to light-hearted, often frivolous discussions that don’t contribute to serious dialogue or exchange of ideas.
Synonyms
- Small talk
- Chitchat
- Banter
- Gossip
- Conversation
