triflet

/ˈtrɪflɪt/

Definitions

1. noun

A trifle or small, trivial matter; a trifling person.

“The celebrity’s tantrum over the minor wardrobe malfunction was dismissed by critics as a triflet.”

2. noun

A trifling or slight fault or weakness in a person’s character or a thing.

“The politician’s triflet of dishonesty was exposed during the investigation.”

Synonyms

  • bagatelle
  • trifle
  • triviality

Antonyms

  • importance
  • magnitude
  • significance