Frivolous

/ˈfrɪv.ə.ləs/

Meaning & Definition

adjective

Not having any serious purpose or value; carefree and superficial.

The judge dismissed the lawsuit, declaring it frivolous and without merit.

Characterized by a lack of seriousness or sense; lighthearted or unconcerned.

She spent her time on frivolous activities instead of focusing on her studies.

Of little weight or importance; trivial.

His frivolous complaints about the weather annoyed his friends.

Early 17th century: from Latin 'frivolus' meaning 'worthless, silly'.

frivolous lawsuit

A lawsuit that has no serious purpose or value.

frivolous spending

Expenditure on things that are unnecessary or trivial.

frivolous behavior

Actions that are not serious or have little importance.

trivial

Of little value or importance.

petty

Of little importance; trivial.

silly

Having or showing a lack of common sense.

Light and carefree attitude.

She has a very frivolous way of approaching life.

Lacking depth or seriousness.

His frivolous comments made it hard to take him seriously.