Negligibility: meaning, definitions and examples

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negligibility

[nɪˌɡlɛdʒəˈbɪlɪti ]

Definitions

^{Context #1 | Noun}

in mathematics

The state or quality of being negligible; insignificance.

Synonyms

insignificance, irrelevance, unimportance.

Which Synonym Should You Choose?

Word	Description / Examples
negligibility	This word is appropriate when emphasizing that something is so minor it can be ignored. The negligibility of the error means it won't affect the final results
insignificance	This term is ideal for highlighting how small or unimportant something is in comparison to other things. The insignificance of her contribution compared to the team's overall effort was obvious
unimportance	This is suitable for expressing that something holds little worth or value. The unimportance of the minor details allowed the team to focus on the main objectives
irrelevance	This word is best used when indicating that something is not related or pertinent to the topic at hand. His comments were dismissed due to their irrelevance to the discussion

Examples of usage

The negligibility of the error made the calculation acceptable.
Due to the negligibility of the difference, it was decided to consider the two values equal.

^{Context #2 | Noun}

in physics

The property of being so small or unimportant as to be safely ignored.

Synonyms

immateriality, insignificance, triviality.

Which Synonym Should You Choose?

Word	Description / Examples
negligibility	This word is used when talking about something so small or unimportant that it can be ignored or isn't worth considering. The cost increase was of negligible impact on the budget
insignificance	This word relates to something that lacks importance or value. It can sometimes carry a negative connotation when referring to a person or their actions. The insignificance of the event made it forgettable
immateriality	This word is helpful when describing something that is irrelevant or not pertinent to the matter at hand. The immateriality of his argument made it difficult to take seriously
triviality	This word is often used to describe something that is minor or of little value, especially in conversations where someone might be criticized for focusing on unimportant details. Their argument was about trivialities rather than the real issues

Examples of usage

The negligibility of the gravitational force between two small objects allows us to simplify the calculations.
Under certain conditions, the negligibility of the frictional force can be assumed.

Interesting Facts

Etymology

The term originates from the Latin word 'neglegibilis', meaning 'that can be neglected'.
It entered the English language in the late 19th century, expanding from the earlier use of 'negligent'.
Related words include 'negligible' referring to something so minor that it can be disregarded.

Mathematics

In calculus, a negligible quantity approaches zero and can often be disregarded in calculations.
When examining limits, certain values can be treated as negligible, simplifying complex equations.
The concept of negligible contributions is crucial in statistical analyses and hypothesis testing.

Science

In physics, negligible forces can be those so small they don’t affect motion significantly.
Environmental science considers pollutants as negligible if their concentrations are below detectable levels.
In biology, some organisms may be deemed negligible in terms of their ecological impact within a larger ecosystem.

Philosophy

Philosophers often debate the implications of negligible actions regarding moral responsibility.
The discussion of negligible risks in decision-making helps people assess safety and consequences.
In epistemology, the concept poses questions about what evidence is deemed negligible in justifying beliefs.

Economics

In economics, negligible costs can influence consumer behavior when making purchasing decisions.
Small risks are often classified as negligible, allowing for simplified modeling in economic theories.
Behavioral finance examines how people underestimate negligible risks and overreact to larger ones.

Translations

Translations of the word "negligibility" in other languages:

🇵🇹 negligência

🇮🇳 उपेक्षनीयता

🇩🇪 Vernachlässigbarkeit

🇮🇩 ketidakpedulian

🇺🇦 незначність

🇵🇱 znikomość

🇯🇵 無視できること

🇫🇷 négligeabilité

🇪🇸 negligencia

🇹🇷 ihmalkarlık

🇰🇷 사소함

🇸🇦 تجاهل

🇨🇿 zanedbatelnost

🇸🇰 zanedbateľnosť

🇨🇳 可忽略性

🇸🇮 zanemarljivost

🇮🇸 ómerkileiki

🇰🇿 елемеусіздік

🇬🇪 უჩარჩოობა

🇦🇿 əhəmiyyətsizlik

🇲🇽 negligencia