Nugatory

/ˈnuːɡətɔːri/

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Lack of Worth

Use 'nugatory' to stress that something does not have value or impact, often in a critical tone.

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We ignored the nugatory comments that didn't contribute to our discussion.

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Expressing Dismissal

Shows how something is considered trivial or not worthy of consideration in serious matters.

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The offer they made was nugatory and not worth our team's attention.

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Not Practical

Indicates when an idea or suggestion cannot be effectively put into action.

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Her plan for fundraising was filled with nugatory strategies that wouldn't work.

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FutileInconsequentialIneffectualIrrelevantMeaninglessSignificantTrivialWorth

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