frivolous (Meaning)
frivolous (a)
not serious in content or attitude or behavior
frivolous (a.)
Of little weight or importance; not worth notice; slight; as, a frivolous argument.
Given to trifling; marked with unbecoming levity; silly; interested especially in trifling matters.
Synonyms & Antonyms of frivolous
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Synonyms:
- fiddling
- inconsiderable
- neither here nor there
- small-fry
- negligible
- trifling
- incidental
- inconsequential
- minute
- Mickey Mouse
- petty
- insignificant
- nugatory
Antonyms:
- overriding
- great
- fateful
- distinguished
- distinctive
- famous
- worthy
- principal
- distinctive
- exceptional
- worthwhile
- chief
- fateful
- outstanding
- worthy
- eminent
- great
- remarkable
- valuable
- unfrivolous
- prominent
- remarkable
- principal
- impressive
- distinguished
- worthwhile
- eminent
- dominant
- unfrivolous
- famous
- outstanding
- overbearing
- prominent
- overbearing
- exceptional
- impressive
- chief
- overriding
- valuable
- dominant
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frivolous Sentence Examples
- The new fashion trend was deemed frivolous and unsuitable for serious occasions.
- The politician's frivolous spending habits led to public outrage and a loss of support.
- The employee's frivolous complaints about minor issues became a constant annoyance.
- The frivolous lawsuits filed by the corporation were seen as a waste of time and resources.
- The tabloid magazine contained mostly frivolous gossip and sensationalized stories.
- The frivolous nature of the debate prevented any meaningful progress from being made.
- The frivolous claims made by the witness were quickly dismissed by the judge.
- The company's frivolous investment in a failing industry resulted in significant losses.
- The child's frivolous behavior during playtime was a sign of boredom and restlessness.
- The frivolous use of language in the novel undermined its credibility and authenticity.
FAQs About the word frivolous
not serious in content or attitude or behaviorOf little weight or importance; not worth notice; slight; as, a frivolous argument., Given to trifling; marked wit
worthless, slight, small, foolish, trivial, little, unimportant,minor, fiddling, inconsiderable
fatal, significant, material, eventful, substantial, major, decisive, eventful, weighty, weighty
The new fashion trend was deemed frivolous and unsuitable for serious occasions.
The politician's frivolous spending habits led to public outrage and a loss of support.
The employee's frivolous complaints about minor issues became a constant annoyance.
The frivolous lawsuits filed by the corporation were seen as a waste of time and resources.
