pettiness
|pet-ti-ness|
B2
/ˈpɛt.i.nəs/
(petty)
trivial or insignificant
Etymology
Etymology Information
'pettiness' originates from the word 'petty', which comes from the Old French word 'petit', meaning 'small'.
Historical Evolution
'petit' transformed into the Middle English word 'pety', and eventually became the modern English word 'petty'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'small or minor', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'trivial or insignificant'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the quality of being trivial or insignificant.
Her pettiness was evident when she argued over the smallest details.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45