trifling
[ trahy-fling ]
/ ˈtraɪ flɪŋ /
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adjective
of very little importance; trivial; insignificant: a trifling matter.
of small value, cost, or amount: a trifling sum.
frivolous; shallow; light: trifling conversation.
mean; worthless.
noun
idle or frivolous conduct, talk, etc.
foolish delay or waste of time.
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synonym study for trifling
1. See petty.
OTHER WORDS FROM trifling
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British Dictionary definitions for trifling
trifling
/ (ˈtraɪflɪŋ) /
adjective
insignificant or petty
frivolous or idle
Derived forms of trifling
triflingly, adverbtriflingness, nounCollins English Dictionary - Complete & Unabridged 2012 Digital Edition
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