inconsequential

[in-kon-si-kwen-shuhl, in-kon-]

adjective

1. of little or no importance; insignificant; trivial.

2. inconsequent; illogical.

3. irrelevant.

inconsequential

/ ɪnˈkɒnsɪkwənt, ɪnˌkɒn-, ˌɪnkɒnsɪˈkwɛnʃəl /

adjective

1. not following logically as a consequence

2. trivial or insignificant

3. not in a logical sequence; haphazard

Other Word Forms

• inconsequentially adverb
• inconsequentiality noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of inconsequential¹

First recorded in 1615–25; in- ³ + consequential

Example Sentences

It is now inconsequential to me whether I ever end up in a romantic relationship again; I have a reliable life partner, and it’s myself.

From Los Angeles Times

In our dreary times, any good news, no matter how fluffy and inconsequential, is a welcome reprieve.

From Salon

However, it was so inconsequential he didn't note it in his diary.

From BBC

But this was a new day — and a new me who wasn’t deterred by anything so inconsequential as soul-crushing despair.

From Los Angeles Times

A simple necklace or beloved leather bag — in Thomas’ case, several leather bags — may seem inconsequential when envisioning a story, but accessories are conduits for setting intentions and building identity.

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• insignificant 
• negligible 
• trivial 
• unimportant 
• worthless