Chickenshit (noun)

1. Something that is considered insignificant, petty or trivial.
2. Something that is considered cowardly or spineless.

Origin:

Slang, of uncertain origin. it could be a reference to the smallness and insignificance of chicken droppings, or it could be a reference to the perceived cowardice of chickens.

Examples:

1. He thought the new rule was just chickenshit.
2. She was always trying to avoid important work by doing chickenshit tasks.
3. The chickenshit attitude was a distraction from the real problem.
4. He thought that the new fashion trend was just a chickenshit.
5. The chickenshit in the party made it less enjoyable.