trifling

Definition of trifling

Adjectives

not worth considering
"a trifling matter"
Synonyms:
negligible, paltry
worthless
lacking in usefulness or value

Nouns

the deliberate act of delaying and playing instead of working
Synonyms:
dalliance, dawdling
Type of:
delay, holdup
the act of delaying; inactivity resulting in something being put off until a later time

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