Pronunciation: /suːpərˈfɪʃəli/
adverb Superficially is an adverb that describes how something is done or appears on the surface, without delving deeply into the details or complexities.
A1 She only superficially glanced at the instructions before starting the project.
A2 The detective only superficially investigated the crime scene.
B1 The article superficially covered the main points of the debate.
B2 The teacher superficially explained the complex topic to the students.
C1 The politician superficially addressed the concerns of the public during the debate.
C2 The journalist superficially analyzed the economic implications of the new policy.
formal Superficially, the research appears to be thorough, but upon closer inspection, many flaws are revealed.
informal At first glance, it may seem like everything is fine, but superficially, there are some issues that need to be addressed.
slang Don't just judge a book by its cover, superficially things may look good but there could be hidden problems.
figurative The calm surface of the lake may seem peaceful superficially, but beneath lies a world of chaos.
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