👉 In sociology and anthropology, "menialness" refers to a state of being or feeling like one's work is unimportant or not important enough. It can be defined as a lack of significance or importance in life, and it often involves feelings of inadequacy or low self-esteem. Menialness is often associated with social status, power, and prestige. In some cultures, menialness may also refer to the state of being unimportant or insignificant in one's community or society.