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   superficial

   /ˌsuːpəˈfɪʃl/

   adjective

   • 1. existing or occurring at or on the surface: "the building suffered only superficial damage" Similar surfaceexteriorexternalouteroutsideoutermostperipheralslightOpposite deepthorough
   • ▪ situated or occurring on the skin or immediately beneath it: "the superficial muscle groups"
   • 2. appearing to be true or real only until examined more closely: "the resemblance between the breeds is superficial" Similar apparentspeciousseemingoutwardostensiblecosmeticslightOpposite genuineauthentic
   • 3. not thorough, deep, or complete; cursory: "he had only the most superficial knowledge of foreign countries" Similar cursoryperfunctorycasualsketchydesultoryunconsideredtokenslapdashslipshodoffhandinadequateimperfectslightrushedhastyhurriedrapidfleetingpassingOpposite thoroughcomprehensive
   • ▪ lacking depth of character or understanding: "perhaps I was a superficial person" Similar shallowsurfaceon the surfaceskin-deepminimalartificialinsignificantunimportantemptyhollowmeaninglessfacileshallowglibflippantthoughtlessempty-headedtrivialfrivoloussillyinanewithout depthfatuousOpposite deepsignificantthoughtful
   • 4. denoting a quantity of a material expressed in terms of area covered rather than linear dimension or volume. British

   Word Origin late Middle English: from late Latin superficialis, from Latin superficies (see superficies).

   Derivatives

   • 1. superficialness noun

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2. experteditor.com.au › blog › signs-youre-dealing-with-a-really12 signs you’re dealing with a really superficial person,...

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   Aug 9, 2024 · Superficial individuals tend to form relationships based on convenience or status. They seek out men or women who can “upgrade” their own status and get them more likes on social media. They do this rather than seeking out genuine connection or shared values:

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   Aug 5, 2024 · Want to know if your relationship is a superficial one? This guide will help you identify and navigate superficial relationships from beginning to end.

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   Aug 15, 2024 · Superficially - Definition, Meaning & Synonyms | Vocabulary.com. Word Finder. Random Word. superficially Add to list. Definitions of superficially. adverb. in a superficial manner. “he was superficially interested” Cite this entry. Style: MLA. "Superficially."

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   Jul 28, 2024 · Ever found yourself losing track of time when you’re talking with someone special? That’s because when you share a deep emotional connection, your conversations tend to go beyond the superficial. According to psychology, deep and meaningful conversations are a key indicator of emotional connection. It’s about more than just small talk.

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   3 days ago · [ 27] Defining race. Modern scholarship views racial categories as socially constructed, that is, race is not intrinsic to human beings but rather an identity created, often by socially dominant groups, to establish meaning in a social context.

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   Aug 4, 2024 · A superficial burn, or first-degree burn, is a burn that affects only the outer layer of skin. The skin may be red, dry, or tender. The area may swell or turn white when touched. What causes a superficial burn? Direct exposure to heat, such as from flames, an iron, cigarettes, or fireworks.

8. www.britannica.com › science › surface-tensionSurface tension | Definition, Examples, & Facts | Britannica

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   Aug 6, 2024 · surface tension, property of a liquid surface displayed by its acting as if it were a stretched elastic membrane. This phenomenon can be observed in the nearly spherical shape of small drops of liquids and of soap bubbles. Because of this property, certain insects can stand on the surface of water.