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trivia

[ˈtrɪviə]

trivia Definition

details, considerations, or pieces of information of little importance or value.

Using trivia: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "trivia" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The quiz show is all about trivia.

  • Example

    I enjoy reading books filled with random trivia.

  • Example

    He's a walking encyclopedia of trivia.

  • Example

    The conversation was filled with trivialities.

trivia Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for trivia

Antonyms for trivia

Idioms Using trivia

  • something that is important or significant

    Example

    The safety of our employees is not a trivial matter.

  • the pursuit of happiness through superficial means or material possessions

    Example

    Many people engage in the trivial pursuit of happiness, but true happiness comes from within.

  • a minor or unimportant detail

    Example

    Let's not get bogged down in trivial points; we need to focus on the bigger picture.

Phrases with trivia

  • a board game in which players answer questions on general knowledge and popular culture

    Example

    We spent the evening playing Trivial Pursuit.

  • to make something seem less important or significant than it really is

    Example

    Don't trivialize the issue; it's a serious matter.

  • a round of questions in a quiz show that focuses on general knowledge and pop culture

    Example

    The contestants struggled with the trivial round.

Origins of trivia

from Latin 'trivium', meaning 'place where three roads meet'

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Summary: trivia in Brief

The term 'trivia' [ˈtrɪviə] refers to details, considerations, or pieces of information of little importance or value. It can be found in contexts like quiz shows, books, and conversations, as in 'The quiz show is all about trivia.' 'Trivial' extends into phrases like 'trivial pursuit,' and idioms like 'not a trivial matter,' denoting significance, and 'trivial point,' referring to minor details.

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