Trivia
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈtɹɪvi.ə/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Trivia is a noun meaning Insignificant trifles of little importance, especially items of unimportant information.
Meaning
Insignificant trifles of little importance, especially items of unimportant information.
More Meanings
- A quiz game that involves obscure facts.
- plural of trivium
Example Sentences
I joined the trivia club this semester!
These trivia take up too much of the day.
This trivia takes up too much of the day.
There is the story of the famous Hollywood glamour photographer who cooled his heels around Washington for three months while waiting for one of our leading commanders, and then was granted exactly 15 minutes for the sitting. […] Our military leaders simply don't have time for such trivia. Thank God!
Word Forms
- trivias
Synonyms for trivia
Depending on context, synonyms include froth, trifle, triviality.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include triviality, trifle, anecdotes, buffs, competitions, contests.
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