Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
pissant
noun
/ˈpɪs.ænt/
Definition
A person or thing considered insignificant or worthless.
Examples
- Despite their efforts, the pissant committee failed to make any meaningful decisions.
- He was often dismissed as a pissant by his more ambitious colleagues.
- The pissant arguments over minor details prevented any real progress.
Meaning
Pissant is often used to describe someone or something that is small-minded or petty, particularly in their actions or opinions.
Synonyms
- insignificant
- petty
- trivial
- small-time
