trivial
Translation
trivial, unimportant, insignificant, minor
Examples
They argued over a trivial matter.
They argued over a trivial matter.
The damage to the car was trivial.
The damage to the car was trivial.
Grammar Patterns
((trivial)) + noun used to describe something of little value or importance. It was a trivial complaint.
Similar Words
Synonyms: unimportant, insignificant, minor; Antonyms: important, significant, crucial
Etymology
From Latin 'trivialis' meaning 'commonplace', which comes from 'trivium', a place where three roads meet, hence a public place.
Memory Tips
Think of 'tri-' (three) and 'via' (road). A place where three roads meet is common and public, therefore 'trivial' or unimportant.