superficially
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/ˌsuːpərˈfɪʃəli/
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/ˌsuːpəˈfɪʃəli/
adverb
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in a way that seems true at first but not when looked at closely
The fruit superficially looks like a blackberry, but it is actually different.
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in a quick or shallow way, without deep thought
This short report can only superficially cover the main points.
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only on the surface, without deep effect
The local culture was superficially changed by the new rulers.
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in a way that lacks deep feeling or understanding
He only talked superficially with his colleagues, never sharing personal thoughts.
translation
in a way that seems true at first but not when looked at closely; in a quick or shallow way, without deep thought; only on the surface, without deep effect; in a way that lacks deep feeling or understanding