trinkum

/ˈtrɪŋkəm/

Definitions

1. noun

a small, often worthless or insignificant article, especially a coin or a piece of jewelry.

“The old man kept a collection of worthless trinkums in his attic.”

2. verb

to decorate or embellish something with small, often worthless or insignificant objects.

“She trinkumed the room with useless trinkets and decorations.”

Synonyms

  • gadget
  • ornament
  • trinket

Antonyms

  • essence
  • substance