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unfrivolous

Upper-Intermediate (B2)

IPA: //ʌnˈfrɪvələs//

KK: /ʌnˈfrɪvələs/

adjective
Definition

Serious and not silly or trivial; having a significant purpose or value.


Example

Her unfrivolous approach to the project impressed everyone on the team.


Conversation
Sloth A
I really appreciate when our discussions are unfrivolous and focused on important topics.
Sloth B
Me too! It feels more meaningful that way.
Sloth A
Exactly! Sometimes, I just want to talk about serious issues.
Sloth B
Same here; it makes our conversations much more valuable.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
serious
sensible
grave
Antonyms
frivolous
trivial
lighthearted
Root Explanation

Unfrivolous → It is formed from "un-" (meaning not) and "frivolous" (from Latin "frivolus", meaning worthless or trivial). The word "unfrivolous" means not trivial or serious in nature.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('un-') being added to 'worthless' ('frivolus') — this helps you remember that unfrivolous means something that is serious or not trivial.

Visually Confused Words
frivolous
frivolously
unriotous
univorous
unfurious
ultrafrivolous
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