Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
trifle
noun
/ˈtraɪfəl/
Definition
A thing of little value or importance.
Examples
- He spent a lot of time worrying about trifles instead of focusing on major issues.
- To call it a luxury would be to treat it as a mere trifle.
- She considered her debt a trifle compared to the joy of her new job.
Meaning
Trifle refers to something that is not significant or holds little worth. It often implies a lack of seriousness or importance.
Synonyms
- trinket
- bauble
- nothing
- insignificance
- minor matter
