triviality

noun

triv·​i·​al·​i·​ty ˌtri-vē-ˈa-lə-tē 

plural trivialities

1

: the quality or state of being trivial

2

: something trivial : trifle

Synonyms of triviality

• nothing

Examples of triviality in a Sentence

We shouldn't spend time on such trivialities.

the triviality of the problem

Recent Examples on the Web

Spain’s shrewdness came in their refusal to engage with off-the-ball trivialities. — Adam Crafton, New York Times, 20 July 2026

After debuting in 2007, The Big Bang Theory entertained viewers with the everyday trivialities and obsessions of friends who work in science. — Lincee Ray, Entertainment Weekly, 15 June 2026

All the more reason for those under this sign to embrace the softness and triviality of floral prints right before spring arrives. — Katherine J Igoe, InStyle, 19 Feb. 2026

Any piece of art begins in triviality. — Joshua Rothman, New Yorker, 13 Feb. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1598, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for triviality

• banality
• bestiality
• brutality
• carnality
• centrality
• chirality
• duality
• fatality
• finality
• formality
• frugality
• legality

Kids Definition

triviality

noun

triv·​i·​al·​i·​ty ˌtriv-ē-ˈal-ət-ē 

plural trivialities

1

: the quality or state of being trivial

2

: something trivial : trifle