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trifle vs trifling

trifling vs trifle

trifle and trifling both are nouns.

trifle is not an adjective while trifling is an adjective.

trifle is a verb but trifling is not a verb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
trifle Yes No Yes No
trifling Yes Yes No No
trifle (noun) trifling (noun)
something of small importance the deliberate act of delaying and playing instead of working
a detail that is considered insignificant
a cold pudding made of layers of sponge cake spread with fruit or jelly; may be decorated with nuts, cream, or chocolate
trifle (adjective) trifling (adjective)
not worth considering
trifle (verb) trifling (verb)
consider not very seriously
act frivolously
waste time; spend one's time idly or inefficiently
Difference between trifle and trifling

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