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Meaning in simple English, pronunciation and examples
Pronunciation: US /ˈfrɪvələs/
frivolous means: Too small or unimportant to deserve much attention.
adjective
UNIMPORTANTC1
Too small or unimportant to deserve much attention.
- We cut out frivolous expenses.
- She worried about frivolous details instead of the main problem.
- Do you really need another frivolous purchase?
SILLYC1
Silly or playful when serious thought or behavior is needed.
- That was a frivolous remark.
- He seemed frivolous during our serious discussion.
- Please stop making frivolous jokes about the accident.
BASELESS CLAIMC2
Without facts or legal reasons that could support success in court.
- The judge dismissed the frivolous claim.
- Lawyers can face penalties for bringing frivolous lawsuits.
- The court ruled that his appeal was frivolous.
Questions about frivolous
What does frivolous mean?
Too small or unimportant to deserve much attention.
What is frivolous in other languages?
Türkçe: önemsiz · Español: trivial · Français: insignifiant · Deutsch: belanglos · Italiano: futile · 日本語: 些細な
How do you pronounce frivolous?
It is pronounced /ˈfrɪvələs/.
How do you use frivolous in a sentence?
We cut out frivolous expenses. She worried about frivolous details instead of the main problem.
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