Definition of Petty

small and insignificant

Examples of Petty in a sentence

The officer did not arrest the teen for the petty crime.  🔊

Even though the argument was petty, it still caused a major rift in Kelly and Jill’s friendship.  🔊

Do not let a petty grudge make you spend your life ignoring someone who could be one of your best friends.  🔊

Murder is not viewed as a petty crime.  🔊

For me, it is pointless to get upset about a petty late fee that is only twenty cents.  🔊

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