The phrase "nominal amount" refers to a small or insignificant quantity or value. It implies that although something is mentioned or quoted, it may not hold much practical significance or real value. Full definition
My mortgage is my biggest expense and without it I would be able to live on a very nominal amount of money, which makes paying off the mortgage a big goal for me. (thecollegeinvestor.com)
Both cases settled for nominal amounts without a class being certified. (drinkerbiddle.com)
These companies pay nominal amounts to groups of people to create a virtual buzz about their business. (findinghomefarms.com)