Definition

To make something seem less important or significant than it really is.

Example

Some people tend to trivialise serious issues, making it hard to address them properly.

Tense Forms

Conversation

I think some people really trivialise important issues in our society.

That's true, it can be frustrating to see that happen.

Right? It makes it hard to have meaningful discussions.

Exactly! We need to take these topics seriously.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Trivialise → It is formed from "trivialis" (from Latin, meaning belonging to the crossroads or common) and the suffix "-ise" (meaning to make or to cause to be). The word "trivialise" means to make something seem less important or significant, reducing it to a common or ordinary level.

Memory Tip

Think of something being made 'common' or 'ordinary' ('trivialis') — that's why trivialise means to make something seem less important.

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