Dictionary definition · superficial
adjective
- concerned with or comprehending only what is apparent or obvious; not deep or penetrating emotionally or intellectually"superficial similarities"
- of, affecting, or being on or near the surface"superficial measurements"
- of little substance or significance"a few superficial editorial changes"
- occurring on or near the surface of the skin"superficial burns"
- hasty and without attention to detail; not thorough"a casual (or cursory) inspection failed to reveal the house's structural flaws"
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Source: Open English WordNet (CC BY 4.0).