Unimportant

/ˌʌn.ɪmˈpɔːr.tənt/

Meaning & Definition

adjective
not important; of little or no significance.
The details in the report were unimportant to the overall findings.
having little value or relevance.
She felt that her opinions on the matter were unimportant.
not worthy of consideration; trivial.
In the grand scheme of things, these problems are quite unimportant.
not influencing an outcome; inconsequential.
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

Ain't no biggie
Losing the game was just an unimportant match; it ain't no biggie.
No big deal
She forgot my birthday; it's really no big deal to me.