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negligible

/ˈneɡlɪdʒəbl/
English Definition
adj. insignificant; trivial; minimal
中文释义
微不足道的,可忽略的
Example Sentence

The difference in weight between the two empty containers was negligible, so the researchers used either one for the experiment.

两个空容器之间的重量差异微不足道,因此研究人员在实验中任选其一使用。

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neglect (ignore) + ible→ can be ignored.
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Practice — Definition Match

Which choice best defines “negligible”?

  1. A Having doubts or reservations
  2. B Insignificant; trivial; minimal
  3. C Threatening sinister foreboding
  4. D Artistic; beautiful; tasteful
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B — Insignificant; trivial; minimal. “negligible” means insignificant; trivial; minimal.

Practice — Which Word Fits?

Which word means “insignificant; trivial; minimal”?

  1. A negligible
  2. B skeptical
  3. C aesthetic
  4. D ominous
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A — negligible. “negligible” means insignificant; trivial; minimal.

Common questions about “negligible”

What does “negligible” mean?

negligible — insignificant; trivial; minimal. In Chinese: 微不足道的,可忽略的.

How do you pronounce “negligible”?

negligible is pronounced /ˈneɡlɪdʒəbl/.

How is “negligible” used in a sentence?

The difference in weight between the two empty containers was negligible, so the researchers used either one for the experiment. (两个空容器之间的重量差异微不足道,因此研究人员在实验中任选其一使用。)

What are synonyms for “negligible”?

trivial, insignificant, minor — all close in meaning to negligible (insignificant; trivial; minimal).

What is the opposite of “negligible”?

significant, substantial — each the opposite of negligible (insignificant; trivial; minimal).

Is “negligible” an SAT vocabulary word?

Yes. negligible is on the SAT Prep Easy list — mid-frequency academic words that do get tested. The Digital SAT does not test vocabulary in isolation; words like this one are tested through Words in Context questions, where you choose the word that completes a passage most logically and precisely.

How can I remember “negligible”?

neglect (ignore) + ible→ can be ignored.

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