trinket

noun

trin·​ket ˈtriŋ-kət 

1

: a small ornament (such as a jewel or ring)

2

: a small article of equipment

3

: a thing of little value : trifle

Synonyms of trinket

• ornamental
• ornament
• souvenir
• bauble

Examples of trinket in a Sentence

the top of his desk was littered with trinkets that were collected as souvenirs from various vacations

Recent Examples on the Web

With Larsson leading denim’s biggest trends including low-rise fits, colorful denim, micro shorts and denim decorated with charms and trinkets, the collection reflects this level of pop-star glam with standout items like red ombré flare denim and embellished denim with crystal detailing. —Angela Velasquez, Footwear News, 11 June 2026

On the other hand, a collection of small trinkets will also make your table seem disjointed and messy. —Lauren Jones, Southern Living, 8 June 2026

As impeccably decorated as the Victorian property that houses it, the pub is packed with antiques and travel trinkets. —Kira Turnbull, Travel + Leisure, 6 June 2026

In the early 1980s, JellyBean was a Saturday morning staple each week at Shakey’s Pizza Restaurant in Valparaiso, passing out birthday party balloons and trinket toys. —Philip Potempa, Chicago Tribune, 3 June 2026

Word History

Etymology

origin unknown

First Known Use

circa 1527, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Kids Definition

trinket

noun

trin·​ket ˈtriŋ-kət 

1

: a small ornament (as a jewel or ring)

2

: a thing of little value