Comparative for not careful or thorough
“She accused the prime minister of paying only superficial attention to the demands for a special deal on the single market.”
Comparative for lacking depth of character or understanding
“The script lacks any such subtleties and none of the cast is skillful enough to be able to suggest any depth beyond the script's superficial characterizations.”
Comparative for appearing to be true or real only until examined more closely
“The organization boasts a substantial but superficial exterior, beneath which there is little else.”
Comparative for fake or feigned, lacking in sincerity
“I nodded with a superficial smile as I did not want to enter into dialogue with him.”
(sometimes figuratively) Comparative for existing or occurring at or on the surface
“If there were any other positives to emerge from this experience, it was my attitude towards superficial appearance and vanity.”
Comparative for of little weight or importance
“Luckily, the shrapnel only grazed his head, causing only a superficial injury.”
Comparative for silly or inappropriate in nature
“The amount of time being spent on superficial insults could be allocated to more thoughtful comedic commentary.”
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