- being at, on, or near the surface: a superficial wound.
- of or relating to the surface: superficial measurement.
- external or outward: a superficial resemblance.
- concerned with or comprehending only what is on the surface or obvious: a superficial observer.
- shallow; not profound or thorough: a superficial writer.
- apparent rather than real.
- insubstantial or insignificant: superficial improvements.
- of, relating to, being near, or forming the surface
- displaying a lack of thoroughness or care
- only outwardly apparent rather than genuine or actual
- of little substance or significance; trivial
- lacking originality or profundity
- (of measurements) involving only the surface area
