trifle

Definition of trifle

Verb: to treat something or someone without seriousness or respect; to occupy oneself with something of little importance. It can also refer to speaking or acting in a jesting or mocking manner.

Noun: a thing of little value or importance.

Noun: Type of dessert made with layers of sponge cake, jelly, fruit, custard, and whipped cream.

Synonyms of trifle

  1. triviality📋
  2. insignificance📋
  3. bagatelle📋

Sample Sentences of trifle

  1. She didn't want to trifle with his emotions.📋
  2. He was known to trifle with serious matters, making it hard to take him seriously.📋
  3. He was upset, but I considered the matter a trifle and couldn't understand his strong reaction.📋
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