Immaterial

/ˌɪməˈtɪəriəl/

Meaning & Definition

adjective

Not relevant or pertinent to a particular matter; not important.

The judge ruled that the witness's previous remarks were immaterial to the case.

Lacking physical substance; incorporeal.

In the realm of pure philosophy, some argue that the mind is immaterial to the physical world.

Of no substantial consequence; not essential.

The committee concluded that the proposed changes were immaterial to the overall project.

From Latin 'immaterialis', from 'in-' meaning 'not' + 'materialis' meaning 'material'.

immaterial evidence

Evidence that is not relevant or significant to the case at hand.

immaterial to the discussion

Referring to information that does not contribute to or affect the discussion.

immaterial facts

Facts that do not have an impact on the outcome of a situation.

material

Having physical substance; tangible.

spiritual

Relating to or affecting the human spirit or soul as opposed to material or physical things.

nonphysical

Not relating to or having a physical form.

Of no importance or significance in a casual context.

All those complaints about the setup were immaterial; we won the game!

Something that doesn't matter in the grand scheme of things.

Getting upset over that minor mistake is just immaterial.