Definitions
- Describing something that is small in amount or quantity. - Referring to a title or position that exists in name only, without any real authority or power. - Talking about a price or fee that is symbolic or minimal.
- Describing something that is unimportant or insignificant. - Referring to a matter or issue that is of little consequence or relevance. - Talking about a task or activity that is easy or simple to accomplish.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words describe something that is not significant or important.
- 2Both can be used to describe a small amount or quantity.
- 3Both can be used to describe a task or activity that is easy or simple to accomplish.
What is the difference?
- 1Meaning: Nominal refers to something that exists in name only, while trivial refers to something that is unimportant or insignificant.
- 2Usage: Nominal is often used in formal or technical contexts, while trivial is more commonly used in everyday language.
- 3Connotation: Nominal has a neutral or positive connotation, while trivial can have a negative connotation.
- 4Degree: Nominal implies a small amount or quantity, while trivial implies a lack of importance or significance.
- 5Application: Nominal is often used to describe fees, titles, or positions, while trivial is often used to describe matters, issues, or tasks.
Remember this!
Nominal and trivial are synonyms that describe something that is not significant or important. However, nominal refers to something that exists in name only, while trivial refers to something that is unimportant or insignificant. Nominal is often used in formal or technical contexts, while trivial is more commonly used in everyday language with a negative connotation.
