inconsequential

[in-kon-si-kwen-shuhl, in-kon-] / ˌɪn kɒn sɪˈkwɛn ʃəl, ɪnˌkɒn- /

ADJECTIVE

insignificant

Synonyms

STRONGEST

insignificant negligible trivial unimportant worthless

WEAK

big zero casual dinky entry-level exiguous immaterial inadequate inappreciable inconsequent inconsiderable insufficient light little measly minor no biggie paltry petty picayune puny runt scanty shoestring shrimp skimpy small small potatoes small-time trifling two bit unconsidered wimpy

Antonyms

STRONGEST

consequential important significant useful valuable worthwhile

Example Sentences

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It proved inconsequential in the end but was the main talking point post-match.

From BBC

Saving a few hundred bucks may seem inconsequential to an American couple with an average monthly budget of $7,400.

From MarketWatch

Chairwoman Louisa Munton said his actions "could not be reasonably considered as trivial, inconsequential or a mere temporary lapse" and constituted "unacceptable professional conduct and or conduct that may bring the profession into disrepute".

From BBC

Now, a missed call that may be inconsequential to the outcome of a game could swing bets across the country.

From The Wall Street Journal

The membership has turned over, but the trophy’s value is still inconsequential.

From Los Angeles Times

inconsequential

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