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trivial

Pronunciation: [ˈtrɪv.i.əl]

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Learn how to use trivial in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

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.

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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?

How to pronounce trivial

Pronunciation: [ˈtrɪv.i.əl]

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