superficial meaning and definition

SUPERFICIAL adjective

Definition of superficial (adjective)

1. concerned with or comprehending only what is apparent or obvious; not deep or penetrating emotionally or intellectually
   • "superficial similarities"; "a superficial mind"; "his thinking was superficial and fuzzy"; "superficial knowledge"; "the superficial report didn't give the true picture"; "only superficial differences"
   • antonym: profound
2. of, affecting, or being on or near the surface
   • "superficial measurements"; "the superficial area of the wall"; "a superficial wound"
3. of little substance or significance
   • "a few superficial editorial changes"; "only trivial objections"
   • synonyms: trivial