mindmap root((浅的)) superficial implies a concern only with obvious or surface aspects or an avoidance of fundamental matters: a ~ examination of the wound. shallow is more generally derogatory in implying lack of depth in knowledge, reasoning, emotions, or character: a ~ interpretation of the character Hamlet. cursory suggests haste and casualness that lead to a lack of thoroughness or a neglect of details: even a ~ reading of the work will reveal that. uncritical implies a superficiality or shallowness unbefitting to a critic or sound judge: her ~ acceptance of his excuses.