SUPERFICIAL

/ˌs(j)uːpəˈfɪʃəl/ ► audio Scrabble 18 Words With Friends 22

Scrabble letter values: S1U1P3E1R1F4I1C3I1A1L1 = 18

Definition

  1. adjective concerned with or comprehending only what is apparent or obvious.
  2. adjective of, affecting, or being on or near the surface.
  3. adjective of little substance or significance. — synonyms: trivial
  4. adjective occurring on or near the surface of the skin.
  5. adjective hasty and without attention to detail. — synonyms: casual, cursory, passing(a), perfunctory

Examples

  • “not deep or penetrating emotionally or intellectually”
  • “superficial similarities”
  • “a superficial mind”

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