insignificant

[in-sig-nif-i-kuhnt] / ˌɪn sɪgˈnɪf ɪ kənt /

ADJECTIVE

not important; of no consequence

Synonyms

STRONGEST

inconsequential infinitesimal irrelevant meager meaningless minimal minor minuscule negligible paltry pointless senseless trivial unimportant

WEAK

casual immaterial inappreciable inconsiderable lesser light lightweight little minim minute nondescript nonessential not worth mentioning nugatory petty purportless scanty secondary small trifling unsubstantial

Antonyms

STRONGEST

big huge important large major meaningful relevant sensible significant substantial useful valuable worthwhile

WEAK

consequential

Example Sentences

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“The billing rate is high or not insignificant at private law firms,” Bonta said.

From Los Angeles Times

But these are insignificant matters for his legion of followers, who are sure to find “Expensive Basketball” priceless.

From The Wall Street Journal

Lasertec said export curbs will have "a limited, insignificant impact" on the company due to its small sales volume in China.

From Reuters

That could broaden the charges to a longer-running conspiracy to deceive and conceal, countering partisans who have attacked the Daniels case as insignificant.

From Los Angeles Times

Critics said the deal with nations thousands of miles away is insignificant compared to Britain’s trade with its neighbors in the 27-nation EU.

From Seattle Times

insignificant

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