Synonyms of petty

Antonyms of petty

Collocations of petty

petty argument
Frequency: 70 %

They had a petty argument over who should do the dishes.

petty theft
Frequency: 60 %

The shopkeeper caught the teenager attempting a petty theft.

petty cash
Frequency: 50 %

She used the petty cash to buy office supplies.

petty revenge
Frequency: 45 %

He sought petty revenge by spreading rumors about his ex-girlfriend.

petty jealousy
Frequency: 40 %

Her petty jealousy towards her coworker was starting to affect their working relationship.

Idiomatic Expressions for petty

  • Phrase: petty squabble
    Meaning: a minor or trivial argument or disagreement
    Usage: They had a petty squabble over who forgot to do the dishes.