Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

penny-ante

adjective

/ˌpɛni ˈænti/

Definition

Trivial or insignificant; of little value or importance.

Examples

His penny-ante excuses for being late didn’t impress anyone.
The project was filled with penny-ante details that distracted from the main goal.
Don’t waste your time with penny-ante schemes; focus on more substantial opportunities.

Meaning

The term penny-ante describes something that is small or unimportant, usually in a derogatory way, often used in contexts where something is seen as a minor issue or not worth serious consideration.