trivial
Pronunciation: [ˈtrɪv.i.əl]
Word
Context: “importance”
(adjective) when something is not very important or serious. It’s like when you think a small problem isn’t really worth worrying about.
Example
The teacher told us that the quiz was trivial and wouldn't affect our grades much.
Example
He didn't think the arguments were trivial; he believed they were important.
Example
Do you think this issue is trivial, or should we take it seriously?
Context: “complexity”
(adjective) referring to something that is simple or easy to understand. It’s like saying that a problem is really simple and doesn't need much thought.
Example
The math problem was trivial; everyone solved it quickly.
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The instructions were not trivial; they were very complicated to follow.
Example
Is this puzzle trivial enough for the younger kids?
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