Trifler

Pronunciation: /ˈtraɪ.flər/

Definitions of trifler

noun someone who engages in trivial or unimportant matters

Example Sentences

A1 She is a trifler who never takes anything seriously.

A2 The teacher scolded the trifler for not paying attention in class.

B1 The manager considered him a trifler for his lack of dedication to his work.

B2 The CEO had no tolerance for triflers in the company and expected everyone to work diligently.

C1 The author was known for his scathing critique of societal triflers in his novels.

C2 The politician was accused of being a trifler who only cared about his own interests.

Examples of trifler in a Sentence

formal The board members considered him a trifler for not taking his responsibilities seriously.

informal She's just a trifler who never finishes what she starts.

slang Don't be a trifler and help out with the project.

figurative His reputation as a trifler followed him wherever he went.

Grammatical Forms of trifler

• past tense: trifled
• plural: triflers
• comparative: more trifling
• superlative: most trifling
• present tense: trifles
• future tense: will trifle
• perfect tense: have trifled
• continuous tense: is trifling
• singular: trifler
• positive degree: trifler
• infinitive: to trifle
• gerund: trifling
• participle: trifling

Origin and Evolution of trifler

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Middle English

Story behind the word: The word 'trifler' originated from Middle English, derived from the Old French word 'trufleur' which means to deceive or mock.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the meaning of 'trifler' has evolved to refer to someone who engages in trivial or frivolous activities, often without taking things seriously.