Meaning & use

nonentity

noun·Advanced

A person or thing regarded as unimportant or without significant influence.

See it in a sentence

Before his breakthrough role, the actor was a nonentity in Hollywood.

In the company's early years, the brand was a nonentity compared to its rivals.

A note on using this word

Carries a dismissive tone, so it is best used carefully to avoid sounding unnecessarily harsh.

Words with a similar meaning

nobodycipher

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Words with an opposite meaning

celebrity

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