Meaning & Definition of word "Unimportant"

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    Unimportant

    /ˌʌn.ɪmˈpɔːr.tənt/

    adjective:

    • 1. not important; of little or no significance.
      • Example: The details in the report were unimportant to the overall findings.
    • 2. having little value or relevance.
      • Example: She felt that her opinions on the matter were unimportant.
    • 3. not worthy of consideration; trivial.
      • Example: In the grand scheme of things, these problems are quite unimportant.
    • 4. not influencing an outcome; inconsequential.
      • Example: His unimportant remarks did not affect the final decision.

    Etymology

    From the prefix 'un-' meaning 'not', combined with the word 'important'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    it's not important:

    A phrase used to indicate that something should not be given attention.

    unimportant details:

    Details that are not significant or crucial.

    make a big deal out of nothing:

    To treat something as more important than it really is.

    Related Words

    importance:

    The quality of being significant or valuable.

    significance:

    The meaning to be found in words or events.

    priority:

    The condition of being more important than another.

    Slang Meanings of unimportant

    Meaning: Ain't no biggie

    Example Sentence: Losing the game was just an unimportant match; it ain't no biggie.

    Meaning: No big deal

    Example Sentence: She forgot my birthday; it's really no big deal to me.