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trivial (Adjective)

Describes something that is of very little importance, value, or significance. It can also refer to a task or problem that is extremely easy to solve or understand.

💡 Memory Tip

Think of 'TRI' (three) and 'VIA' (ways). At a crossroads where three ways meet, everyone talks about common, unimportant...

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⚠️ Common Mistakes

Using 'trivial' to describe a person's size. → Small or short.

Saying 'a trivia'. → A piece of trivia.

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