Meaning & Definition of word "Insignificant"

Insignificant

/ˌɪn.sɪɡˈnɪf.ɪ.kənt/

adjective:

  • 1. Too small or unimportant to be worth consideration.
    • Example: The changes made to the report were so insignificant that they went unnoticed.
  • 2. Lacking meaning or worth.
    • Example: His contributions to the project were deemed insignificant by his peers.
  • 3. Not having any consequence or impact.
    • Example: The amount of money he spent on the ticket was insignificant compared to his overall budget.
  • 4. Unremarkable or trivial.
    • Example: She felt insignificant in the presence of such renowned scientists.

Etymology

From in- 'not' + significant (from Latin significans, significare 'to signify').

Common Phrases and Expressions

insignificant other:

A term often used to describe a partner who is not considered serious.

insignificant details:

Details that do not hold much importance in the broader context.

Related Words

significant:

Having meaning or importance.

importance:

The quality of being important.

Slang Meanings of insignificant

Meaning: No big deal

Example Sentence: He thought it was no big deal to miss the meeting.

Meaning: A drop in the bucket

Example Sentence: That small donation was just a drop in the bucket for the overall budget.