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

Traditionally, the person who receives the piece of cake with the trinket is named king or queen of the festivities and is obligated to host the next party. —Elissa Jorgensen, Dallas Morning News, 14 Jan. 2026

Use open shelving in your loft to store books, trinkets, and clothes. —Claire Hoppe Norgaard, Better Homes & Gardens, 13 Jan. 2026

Raising a trinket daughter is like living with a pirate or a dragon. —Elisabeth Sherman, Parents, 12 Jan. 2026

With sturdy construction, ample shelf space, and glass doors, china cabinets are excellent for storing and displaying delicate china sets, trinkets, decorative plates, heirloom decor, and more. —Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 7 Jan. 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