Frivolity: meaning, definitions and examples
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frivolity
[ frɪˈvɒlɪti ]
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
Word origin
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.