insignificant
/ˌɪnsɪɡˈnɪfɪkənt/
CEFR level B2Topic ThinkingWord #4282 in the learning path
微不足道的；不重要的
Definitions
adj. Too small or unimportant to have much effect.
微不足道的；不重要的
Example
The scratch is insignificant compared with the broken window.
与破碎的窗户相比，这道划痕微不足道。
Although individual savings may seem insignificant, widespread reductions in energy use can produce substantial environmental benefits.
虽然个人节省的能源可能看似微不足道，但大范围降低能耗能够带来显著的环境效益。
Collocations
- an insignificant amount
- seem insignificant
- statistically insignificant
Word family
- significant (adj.)
- insignificance (n.)
- insignificantly (adv.)
- significance (n.)
Synonyms
- negligible
- trivial
- minor
Antonyms
- significant
- important
Usage tip
强调不重要或影响小，不等同于meaningless。
FAQ
- What does insignificant mean?
- Too small or unimportant to have much effect.
- How is insignificant pronounced?
- UK /ˌɪnsɪɡˈnɪfɪkənt/, US /ˌɪnsɪɡˈnɪfɪkənt/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
