Insignificance

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Pronunciation: /ɪnˌsɪɡˈnɪfɪkəns/

Definitions of insignificance

noun the quality or state of being insignificant; lack of importance or significance

Example Sentences

A1 The ant felt a sense of insignificance next to the giant elephant.

A2 She often struggled with feelings of insignificance in a competitive work environment.

B1 The student's sense of insignificance in the classroom was affecting their self-esteem.

B2 The artist's work explored themes of insignificance in the vast universe.

C1 The philosopher contemplated the insignificance of human existence in the grand scheme of things.

C2 The CEO's arrogance stemmed from a deep-seated fear of insignificance.

Examples of insignificance in a Sentence

formal The insignificance of the data made it difficult to draw any meaningful conclusions.

informal I felt a sense of insignificance when I realized how small I was compared to the vast universe.

slang She made me feel like total insignificance with her snide remarks.

figurative The towering skyscrapers around me emphasized my own insignificance in the bustling city.

Grammatical Forms of insignificance

plural

insignificances

comparative

more insignificant

superlative

most insignificant

present tense

is insignificant

future tense

will be insignificant

perfect tense

has been insignificant

continuous tense

is being insignificant

singular

insignificance

positive degree

significant

infinitive

to be insignificant

gerund

being insignificant

participle

insignificant

Origin and Evolution of insignificance

First Known Use: 1601 year
Language of Origin: Latin
Story behind the word: The word 'insignificance' originated from the Latin word 'insignificans' which means 'not significant'.
Evolution of the word: Over time, 'insignificance' has come to be used to describe something or someone that lacks importance or relevance in a particular context.