Definition

The state of not being logically connected or relevant; a lack of importance or significance.

Example

The inconsequence of his remarks made it difficult to take him seriously.

Conversation

I was thinking about how some arguments seem so pointless.

Yeah, it’s like they lack any real substance or inconsequence.

Exactly! It's frustrating when people focus on things that don’t matter.

Totally, sometimes I just want to move on to something more meaningful.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Inconsequence → It is formed from "in-" (meaning not) and "consequent" (from Latin "consequentem", meaning following or resulting). The word "inconsequence" refers to a lack of logical connection or a failure to follow from something, hence meaning not following logically.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('in-') leading to something that 'follows' ('consequent') — that's why inconsequence means a lack of logical connection.

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