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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“My existence,” concludes a minor figure who proves to be anything but insignificant, “was nothing more than a drawing in the sand obliterated by the wind.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 14, 2026

Nevertheless, lawyers for the victims told the BBC they were disappointed with the length of the jail terms handed down on Thursday, calling them "insignificant".

From BBC • Feb. 20, 2026

Finding only two pieces may appear insignificant, but Devlin sees it as an early signal.

From Science Daily • Feb. 16, 2026

A $30,000 contribution, while not insignificant, is relatively small in proportion to the overall asset.

From MarketWatch • Feb. 8, 2026

By insignificant back alleys and little-trod lanes, Johnny made his way to the ferry slip in North Boston.

From "Johnny Tremain" by Esther Hoskins Forbes

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