superficial

UK
/ˌsuːpəˈfɪʃəl/
US
/ˌsuːpərˈfɪʃəl/

Translations

superficialadjective
more superficial
Comp.
most superficial
Super.
UK
/ˌsuːpəˈfɪʃəl/
US
/ˌsuːpərˈfɪʃəl/
His understanding of the topic was superficial.
Его понимание темы было поверхностным.
The damage to the car was only superficial.
Повреждения автомобиля были только внешними.

Definitions

superficialadjective
Existing or occurring at or on the surface.
The superficial layer of the skin is easily damaged by sun exposure.
Appearing to be true or real only until examined more closely; not thorough or deep.
His understanding of the topic was superficial, lacking any real depth.
Concerned only with what is obvious or apparent; shallow.
She had a superficial interest in the project, focusing only on its aesthetic aspects.