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    Frivolidad (en. Frivolity)

    /fɾiβo.liˈðað/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Superficial and unimportant character.
    Frivolity in his decisions caused him long-term problems.
    La frivolidad en sus decisiones le causó problemas a largo plazo.
    Attitude or behavior that does not take important things seriously.
    The frivolity with which she treated her studies worried her parents.
    La frivolidad con la que trataba sus estudios preocupaba a sus padres.
    Habit of acting in a carefree manner and without depth.
    Many criticize the frivolity of current television programs.
    Muchos critican la frivolidad de los programas de televisión actuales.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'frivolitas', which means 'lightness' or 'superficiality'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to live in frivolity
    Living without worrying about what is important, in a state of superficiality.
    vivir en la frivolidad
    extreme frivolity
    A high level of carefreeness and lack of seriousness.
    frivolidad extrema
    a mix of frivolity and depth
    The combination of superficial attitudes with moments of seriousness.
    mezcla de frivolidad y profundidad

    Related Words

    frivolous
    Lacking seriousness or depth.
    frívolo
    frivolo
    A term used in some dialects to refer to something light or unimportant.
    frivolo

    Slang Meanings

    Carefree attitude that does not consider the consequences.
    That kind of frivolity could cost him dearly in the future.
    Ese tipo de frivolidad le puede costar caro en el futuro.
    Fleeting fashions without substance.
    Social media is full of frivolity and ephemeral trends.
    Las redes sociales están llenas de frivolidad y tendencias efímeras.