superficially
Significado: On the surface; to a shallow degree or only in outward appearance, without depth of examination or genuine substance.
Superficially can be neutral or critical depending on context. 'Superficially similar' is analytical — it notes a resemblance that does not hold up under closer examination. 'Superficially examined' is critical — it implies the examination was inadequate. The word is common in academic writing, book reviews, and policy analysis, where the distinction between surface appearance and deeper reality is a recurring concern. It often precedes a 'but' that reveals the more complex truth beneath.
Ejemplos
- The two proposals are superficially similar, but they differ fundamentally in their approach to funding. 这两项提案表面上相似,但在资金筹措方法上存在根本性差异。Las dos propuestas son superficialmente similares, pero difieren fundamentalmente en su enfoque de la financiación.2つの提案は表面的には似ているが、資金調達のアプローチにおいて根本的に異なっている。두 제안은 표면적으로는 유사하지만, 자금 조달 접근 방식에서 근본적으로 다르다.
- The report was criticised for having only superficially addressed the root causes of the crisis. 该报告因仅表面地涉及危机的根本原因而受到批评。El informe fue criticado por haber abordado solo superficialmente las causas profundas de la crisis.その報告書は危機の根本原因を表面的にしか取り上げなかったとして批判された。그 보고서는 위기의 근본 원인을 표면적으로만 다루었다는 비판을 받았다.
- Superficially, the village appeared prosperous, though many of its residents were struggling with rising costs. 表面上看,这个村庄显得繁荣,但许多居民正在为不断上涨的生活成本而挣扎。Superficialmente, el pueblo parecía próspero, aunque muchos de sus residentes luchaban con el aumento de los costes.表面的にはその村は繁栄しているように見えたが、多くの住民は物価の上昇に苦しんでいた。표면적으로 그 마을은 번영해 보였지만, 많은 주민들은 물가 상승으로 고통받고 있었다.
Pronunciación
Guía de uso
Contexto: academic, journalism, professional
Tono: critical
Origen e historia
From superficial (from Late Latin superficialis, of or pertaining to the surface, from Latin superficies, surface, from super- above + facies, face) + -ly. In English since the 15th century.
Contexto cultural
Era: Modern
Generation: All ages
Social background: Universal
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