What is the meaning of superficial?

Concerned with or comprehending only what is apparent or obvious; not deep or penetrating emotionally or intellectually.
- usage: "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.
- usage: "superficial measurements"; "the superficial area of the wall"; "a superficial wound"
Of little substance or significance.
- usage: "a few superficial editorial changes"; "only trivial objections"
- synonyms: trivial

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