Definitions

inconsequential

[in-kon-si-kwen-shuhl, in-kon-] / ˌɪn kɒn sɪˈkwɛn ʃəl, ɪnˌkɒn- /

ADJECTIVE

insignificant

Synonyms

STRONGEST

insignificant negligible trivial unimportant worthless

WEAK

big zero casual dinky entry-level exiguous immaterial inadequate inappreciable inconsequent inconsiderable insufficient light little measly minor no biggie paltry petty picayune puny runt scanty shoestring shrimp skimpy small small potatoes small-time trifling two bit unconsidered wimpy

Antonyms

STRONGEST

consequential important significant useful valuable worthwhile

Example Sentences

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Many felt Robertson's presence was inconsequential and that the goal should have stood, but ultimately the Reds were given a brutal lesson.

From BBC

“It’s too easy to manipulate something which seems otherwise small and inconsequential to the overall score,” Silver said on The Pat McAfee Show.

From Barron's

It is now inconsequential to me whether I ever end up in a romantic relationship again; I have a reliable life partner, and it’s myself.

From Los Angeles Times

In our dreary times, any good news, no matter how fluffy and inconsequential, is a welcome reprieve.

From Salon

However, it was so inconsequential he didn't note it in his diary.

From BBC

inconsequential

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