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Shallow

adjective
/ˈʃæl.oʊ/

Meaning

not deep; superficial; lacking depth of knowledge
not deep; lacking depth of thought or feeling

Example Sentences

The shallow water is perfect for children to play.

The children played in the shallow water near the shore.

Example Expressions

shallow end

Synonyms

superficial, surface-level, cursory, trivial, slight
Entry 1
superficial, surface-level, cursory, trivial
Entry 2
superficial, surface-level, slight, trivial

Antonyms

deep, profound, thorough, comprehensive, thoughtful
Entry 1
deep, profound, thorough, comprehensive
Entry 2
deep, profound, thoughtful

Collocations

shallow water, shallow thinking, shallow breathing, shallow end, shallow mind, shallow depth
Entry 1
shallow water, shallow thinking, shallow breathing
Entry 2
shallow water, shallow end, shallow mind, shallow depth

Related Vocabularies

having or showing the symptoms of a fever; or highly excitable or agitated
feeling or showing extreme tiredness; tired and lacking energy
Of considerable importance, size, or worth.
Having a stout or somewhat fat body, often implying dignity or authority.
joined together or combined as one
Having an excessively high opinion of one's appearance, abilities, or worth.

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