Superficial Definition
superficial
adjective
- 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"
- of, affecting, or being on or near the surface; "superficial measurements"; "the superficial area of the wall"; "a superficial wound"
- of little substance or significance; "a few superficial editorial changes"; "only trivial objections"
"Superficial" in song lyrics
See how superficial is used in real songs:
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"Emancipate your mind, eliminate the superficial"
Alexipharmic — Fox News -
"I think I convinced you that the superficial"
Artists Over Industry — Nose to the Grindstone -
"You can try to shoot a pistol but the wounds are superficial"
Celph Titled f/ Apathy — Political Gangstas
Words that rhyme with superficial
Usage tips for "superficial"
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