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- DictionaryTriv·i·al/ˈtrivēəl/
adjective
- 1. of little value or importance: "huge fines were imposed for trivial offenses"
having little value or importance: I don't know why he gets so upset about something so trivial. Sexual harassment in the workplace is not a trivial matter. A trivial problem is easy to solve: Getting computers to understand human language is not a trivial problem. Fewer examples.
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Definition of trivial adjective in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.
noting a solution of an equation in which the value of every variable of the equation is equal to zero. (of a theorem, proof, or the like) simple, transparent, or immediately evident.
If you describe something as trivial, you think that it is unimportant and not serious. The director tried to wave aside these issues as trivial details that could be settled later. Synonyms: unimportant, little, small, minor More Synonyms of trivial. Collins COBUILD Advanced Learner’s Dictionary.
Trivial matters or details are typically minor, inconsequential, and not worthy of substantial thought or concern. Similarly, a trivial problem or issue is one that doesn't pose a significant challenge or require significant effort to resolve.
Define trivial. trivial synonyms, trivial pronunciation, trivial translation, English dictionary definition of trivial. adj. 1. Of little significance or value. 2. Concerned with or involving unimportant matters; superficial: a trivial colleague; a trivial remark.
What does the word trivial mean? There are 14 meanings listed in OED's entry for the word trivial, three of which are labelled obsolete. See ‘Meaning & use’ for definitions, usage, and quotation evidence. trivial has developed meanings and uses in subjects including.
