1
as in minor
lacking importance
that's an inconsequential problem compared to the other issues
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2
as in nominal
so small or unimportant as to warrant little or no attention
an inconsequential error that does nothing to lessen the value of the report
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3
as in unreasonable
not using or following good reasoning
an inconsequential line of argument that did little to further the prosecution's case
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Recent Examples of inconsequential
And though a health crisis is a valid subject for drama, the effect of this one is to make the fashion-world ephemera that fills up the rest of the movie seem even more inconsequential.
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Owen Gleiberman, Variety, 9 Sep. 2025
As such, the soufflé has long served as a kind of culinary metaphor for highly skilled folly, something nutritionally inconsequential, fleeting, but nevertheless a testimony to its creator’s craftsmanship.
—Leila Latif, IndieWire, 31 Aug. 2025
Each seemingly inconsequential measurement is, unfortunately, critical—and each one sets off a domino effect.
—Mary Catherine McAnnally Scott, Southern Living, 24 Aug. 2025
His only catch Sunday came in 7-on-7s, a play that ultimately felt inconsequential compared to his drop at the end.
—Andrew Callahan, Boston Herald, 10 Aug. 2025
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Owen Gleiberman, Variety, 9 Sep. 2025
As such, the soufflé has long served as a kind of culinary metaphor for highly skilled folly, something nutritionally inconsequential, fleeting, but nevertheless a testimony to its creator’s craftsmanship.
—Leila Latif, IndieWire, 31 Aug. 2025
Each seemingly inconsequential measurement is, unfortunately, critical—and each one sets off a domino effect.
—Mary Catherine McAnnally Scott, Southern Living, 24 Aug. 2025
His only catch Sunday came in 7-on-7s, a play that ultimately felt inconsequential compared to his drop at the end.
—Andrew Callahan, Boston Herald, 10 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for inconsequential
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The two had a minor pull-apart but Adam Pearce screamed it down.—
Alfred Konuwa,
Forbes.com,
16 Sep. 2025
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The compound 7-OH is a naturally occurring substance in the kratom plant (Mitragyna speciosa), according to the FDA, but only a minor component, less than 2%, of the alkaloid content in natural kratom leaves.—
Natalie Neysa Alund,
USA Today,
15 Sep. 2025
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Since 2020, public debt has surged by approximately 61%, outpacing nominal GDP growth of 38% through Q2 2025.—
Bob Haber,
Forbes.com,
15 Sep. 2025
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Richard Kone, a goalscorer on the opening day of last season at the SToK Cae Ras in Wycombe Wanderers colours, may have been the nominal front man in a 4-2-3-1 set-up, but his link-up play and intelligent movement were matched by Harvey Vale, Koki Saito and Rumarn Burrell.—
Richard Sutcliffe,
New York Times,
15 Sep. 2025
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Russia is trying to paint Ukraine as the unreasonable party in negotiations, Ferris said.—
Lauren Kent,
CNN Money,
12 Sep. 2025
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Darryl Morin, national president of Forward Latino, a Latino advocacy group based in Franklin, Wisconsin, said the decision erodes Fourth Amendment protections against unreasonable search and seizure.—
Francesca Pica,
jsonline.com,
9 Sep. 2025
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This personal blender can whip up breakfast smoothies, sauces and dips, salsas, omelets, and more thanks to its small but mighty 250-watt power base and stainless steel cross blade.—
Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
16 Sep. 2025
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Among its 14 plant oils are argan kernel and rice bran, which regulate sebum production and loosen dead skin cells, respectively—and, together, leave your pores looking significantly smaller and your skin significantly smoother.—
Sophia Panych,
Allure,
16 Sep. 2025
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The night’s slight chill is perfect for a glass of Cabernet Sauvignon by an indoor fireplace or outdoor firepit.—
Michael Goldstein,
Forbes.com,
16 Sep. 2025
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Julie McNamara is back developing series for CBS Studios — with one slight difference.—
Tony Maglio,
HollywoodReporter,
16 Sep. 2025
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Marking 50 years since Jaws terrified moviegoers, the Academy Museum showcases props, behind-the-scenes footage, and explores how the film created an irrational fear of sharks worldwide.—
R. Daniel Foster,
Forbes.com,
13 Sep. 2025
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Maura’s performance makes Maria Angeles so magnetic and eccentric — earthily practical on some matters, dizzily irrational on others, and sympathetically true to herself on all fronts — that all the film’s other players want for detail and texture by comparison.—
Guy Lodge,
Variety,
4 Sep. 2025
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The Olympic silver medalist ran textbook races all season with little to no critiques on form and competitive nature.—
Katelyn Hutchison,
Forbes.com,
15 Sep. 2025
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Most available positions are informal, poorly compensated and offer little stability or room for career growth.—
Nir Kshetri,
The Conversation,
14 Sep. 2025
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But who gets to decide what is trivial and what isn’t?—
Nicole Flattery,
Harpers Magazine,
19 Sep. 2025
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This may seem trivial, but Brümate’s coolers almost look too pretty to knock around, and indeed dropping them on my driveway did create some scuffs that took away from the overall sleek aesthetic.—
Adam Campbell-Schmitt,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
18 Sep. 2025
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“Inconsequential.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/inconsequential. Accessed 21 Sep. 2025.
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