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Definitions from the WebTerm: superficiallyPart of speech: adverb Sense 1: In a way that relates to or is concerned with only the surface of something, appearing to be true or real until examined more closely. Sample sentence 1: The film's plot superficially appears to be a simple love story, but it delves into deeper themes of identity and self-discovery upon closer analysis. Sample sentence 2: The new employee superficially seemed competent, but once assigned complex tasks, their lack of knowledge became apparent. Part of speech: adjective Sense 1: Existing or occurring at or on the surface. Sample sentence 1: The superficial scratches on the car's paintwork were easily buffed out. Sample sentence 2: The doctor reassured the patient that the injury was only superficial and did not require extensive treatment. Sense 2: Appearing to be true or real only until examined more closely. Sample sentence 1: She had a superficial understanding of the subject, regurgitating information without grasping the underlying concepts. Sample sentence 2: The politician's superficial promises failed to address the root causes of the issue. Related products on Amazon: | ||||
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