Definition of Superficial
Superficial
su·per·fi·cial
Definition/Meaning
(adjective)
pertaining to, or existing at or on the surface;
e.g. Luckily, the building only suffered superficial damages.
(adjective)
situated on the skin or directly beneath it;
e.g. Luckily, I only had superficial wounds as a result of the burns.
(adjective)
external;
e.g. The resemblance between the two kinds of birds is only superficial.
(adjective)
shallow and lacking depth or understanding;
e.g. I only have a superficial knowledge about the city since I haven't lived here too long.
(adjective)
concerned with the external and obvious only;
e.g. He is a very superficial man who judges everyone based off of their appearances.
(adjective)
insignificant;
e.g. Rather than really revising your paper in detail, you have made very superficial improvements and changes.
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