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petty

B2 adj

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  1. không quan trọng, nhỏ nhặt

    Having little or no importance.

    derogatory · often

    a petty fault    petty squabbles

  2. nhỏ nhen, hẹp hòi

    Of persons or their behaviour: marked by or reflective of undesirably limited interests, sympathies, or views; begrudging, selfish, small-minded; also, preoccupied with subjects having little or no importance and not mindful of broader concerns.

    derogatory · often

    Such literature may well be anathema to those who are too docile and petty for their own good.

  3. hay hờn dỗi, thù dai

    Inclined to cause frustration or annoyance to others out of spite over minor grievances; extremely vindictive.

    derogatory · informal · often

    My cousin is so petty—I forgot his birthday and he's been making snarky comments all week.

  4. nhỏ bé

    Little or small in size.

  5. thứ yếu, phụ

    Secondary in importance or rank; minor, subordinate.

    petty cash    petty officer

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