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[ adjective ] being or affecting or concerned with a surface; not deep or penetrating emotionally or intellectually
Examples "superficial similarities" "a superficial mind" "the superficial report didn't give the true picture" "only superficial differences" Used in print (H. A. Gleason, "Review of African language studies...)The result has been neglect , fumbling efforts , or superficial treatment . |
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[ adjective ] relating to a surface
Examples "superficial measurements" "the superficial area of the wall" Related terms |
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[ adjective ] of little substance or significance
Synonyms Examples "a few superficial editorial changes" "only trivial objections" Related terms |
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