Insignificant

/ˌɪn.sɪɡˈnɪf.ɪ.kənt/

Meaning & Definition

adjective
Too small or unimportant to be worth consideration.
The changes made to the report were so insignificant that they went unnoticed.
Lacking meaning or worth.
His contributions to the project were deemed insignificant by his peers.
Not having any consequence or impact.
The amount of money he spent on the ticket was insignificant compared to his overall budget.
Unremarkable or trivial.
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

Slang Meanings

No big deal
He thought it was no big deal to miss the meeting.
A drop in the bucket
That small donation was just a drop in the bucket for the overall budget.