Definition

Not important or significant; something that does not matter much.

Example

The details of the report were inconsequential to the overall outcome of the project.

Conversation

I can't believe how stressed people get over such inconsequential things.

Right? It's like they forget what really matters in life.

Exactly! Sometimes I wonder why we even worry about inconsequential details.

It's better to focus on the big picture and enjoy the moment.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

Something that is not important or significant; a trivial matter.

Example

The details of the meeting were inconsequential to the overall project.

Conversation

I can't believe we spent hours discussing that inconsequential topic yesterday.

I know, right? It felt like such a waste of time.

Sometimes I wonder why we get caught up in such inconsequential things.

Root Explanation

Inconsequential → It is formed from "in-" (meaning not) and "consequent" (from Latin "consequentem", meaning following or resulting). The word describes something that does not follow or result in significant importance, hence it is not consequential.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('in-') leading to something that 'follows' ('consequent') — that's why inconsequential means something that does not have significant importance.

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