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Frivolity: meaning, definitions and examples

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frivolity

 

[ frɪˈvɒlɪti ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

lack of seriousness

Frivolity is the quality of being silly or light-hearted, especially when it is inappropriate. It is the act of not taking things seriously or not caring about important matters. Frivolity can be seen as a lack of depth or seriousness in one's actions or behavior.

Synonyms

levity, lightheartedness, silliness

Examples of usage

  • He was criticized for the frivolity of his remarks during the meeting.
  • She was known for her frivolity and carefree attitude towards life.

Translations

Translations of the word "frivolity" in other languages:

🇵🇹 frivolidade

🇮🇳 तुच्छता (Tucchtā)

🇩🇪 Leichtsinn

🇮🇩 kecerobohan

🇺🇦 легковажність

🇵🇱 lekkomyślność

🇯🇵 軽薄 (Keihaku)

🇫🇷 frivolité

🇪🇸 frivolidad

🇹🇷 hafiflik

🇰🇷 경박함 (Gyeongbakham)

🇸🇦 تفاهة (Tafāha)

🇨🇿 lehkovážnost

🇸🇰 ľahkomyseľnosť

🇨🇳 轻浮 (Qīng fú)

🇸🇮 lahkomiselnost

🇮🇸 léttleiki

🇰🇿 жеңілтектік

🇬🇪 უმნიშვნელობა (umnishvneloba)

🇦🇿 yüngüllük

🇲🇽 frivolidad

Etymology

The word 'frivolity' originated from the Latin word 'frivola', which means 'trifles' or 'silly things'. It first appeared in English in the early 18th century, with the meaning of 'silliness' or 'foolishness'. Over time, it has come to represent a lack of seriousness or depth in one's actions or behavior.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #24,348, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.