Dictionary entryCEFR C1adjective
superficial
IPA pronunciation: /ˌsuːpəˈfɪʃl/
Listen to the pronunciationRussian meaning
поверхностный
English definition
Existing or happening at the surface; not deep or thorough, often referring to a lack of depth in thought or feeling.
Example
He's fun to talk to, but he's a bit superficial.
Collocations
- superficial wound
- superficial knowledge
- superficial relationship
- superficial charm
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