Definition

Something that is so small or insignificant that it cannot be noticed or valued.

Example

The changes in the budget were inappreciable and did not affect the overall plan.

Conversation

Did you notice any changes in the weather recently?

Not really, the fluctuations seem almost inappreciable to me.

Yeah, it's like the seasons are blending together.

Exactly! Sometimes I wonder if we’re just imagining it.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Inappreciable → It is formed from "in-" (meaning not) and "appreciable" (from Latin "appretiare", meaning to value or estimate). The word "inappreciable" means not able to be valued or estimated, often referring to something so small or insignificant that it cannot be appreciated.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('in-') being added to 'valued' ('appreciable') — that's why inappreciable means something that cannot be valued.

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