Synonyms for

Trivia

Verb / ˈtrɪvi:ʌ / Another word for trivia — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Trivial or obscure facts or details.

Synonyms & similar words

smallbeer trifle triviality trivium facts details information particulars statistics data knowledge specifics particularities trivialities trifles nonsenses futilities insignificances banalities irrelevances inconsequentials curiosities oddities

Synonyms by register

Formal

details particulars minutiae specifics

Informal

bits and pieces odds and ends nuggets tidbits

Literary

ephemera trifles

Antonyms

importance significance essence core main points central issues

Common collocations

  • trivia questions
  • trivia night
  • trivia game
  • trivia pursuit
  • trivia facts
  • trivia buff
  • trivia contest
  • trivia knowledge

Word family

noun trivia

Usage note

While 'trivia' is often used informally to refer to unimportant details, it can also refer to obscure facts or knowledge, especially in the context of games or quizzes. The plural form 'triviae' is rarely used in modern English.

Example sentences

  1. I enjoy playing trivia games with my family.
  2. The book was full of interesting trivia about ancient civilizations.
  3. He knew a lot of trivia about movies from the 80s.
  4. The pub has a trivia night every Thursday.
  5. She won the prize for knowing the most trivia answers.

Quotes

  • I'm full of useless information. It's my specialty. - Unknown
  • You can't possibly know everything. But you should know the facts and trivia that interest you. - Suze Orman
  • The trouble with the world is that the stupid are cocksure and the intelligent are full of doubt. - Bertrand Russell

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