Definition and Synonyms for Superficial

Definition of Superficial

1. Concerned with or comprehending only what is apparent or obvious; not deep or penetrating emotionally or intellectually Adjective
2. Of, affecting, or being on or near the surface Adjective
3. Of little substance or significance Adjective Satellite
4. Occurring on or near the surface of the skin Adjective Satellite
5. Hasty and without attention to detail; not thorough Adjective Satellite

profound
Adjective
antonym
1
1. showing intellectual penetration or emotional depth
superficiality
Noun
derivation
2
1. lack of depth of knowledge or thought or feeling
2. shallowness in terms of affecting only surface layers of something
superficies
Noun
derivation
2
1. outer surface of an area or a body
2. the purely external aspect of a thing; superficial appearance
surface
Noun
pertainym
1
1. the extended two-dimensional outer boundary of a three-dimensional object

Words Rhyme with superficial

Etymology for superficial