Associations to the word «Frivolous»

Wiktionary

FRIVOLOUS, adjective. Silly, especially at an inappropriate time or in an inappropriate manner.
FRIVOLOUS, adjective. Of little weight or importance; not worth notice; slight.
FRIVOLOUS, adjective. (law) In litigation, a lawsuit filed by a party who is aware the claim is without merit and has no reasonable prospect of success because of a lack of supporting legal or factual basis.

Dictionary definition

FRIVOLOUS, adjective. Not serious in content or attitude or behavior; "a frivolous novel"; "a frivolous remark"; "a frivolous young woman".

Wise words

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