🔊 Pronunciation: /ˈfrɪv.əl.əs/
(FRIV-uh-luhs)
🗣️ Part of Speech: Adjective
Definition:
Frivolous refers to something that is unimportant, trivial, or not serious.
It describes things, actions, or attitudes that lack significance or are lighthearted in nature. This term can be used in both personal and professional contexts, typically with a negative connotation when something is considered trivial or unnecessary in serious situations.
Examples:
- "The lawsuit was dismissed as frivolous, as it had no real legal grounds."
- "She spent the afternoon on frivolous shopping, buying things she didn't need."
- "The conversation turned frivolous when they started talking about the latest celebrity gossip."
(Refers to a legal action that is considered unnecessary or lacking seriousness.)
(Describes an action that is lighthearted or thoughtless, without any real importance.)
(Highlights a shift in discussion towards something unimportant or trivial.)
🧠 Bonus Tip:
The word frivolous comes from the Latin "frivolus", meaning "silly" or "worthless." It has evolved to describe things that lack substance or seriousness.
- Use it when referring to actions, concerns, or things that are considered unimportant, particularly in the context of something that should be more serious or focused.
💡 Think of it like:
Something that's trivial, silly, or unnecessary, especially when compared to something more important or meaningful.
Use "frivolous" when describing things, actions, or attitudes that are superficial, unimportant, or lack seriousness.