Pronunciation

/shəˈloʊ/

Definitions

• Adjective: Having little depth or not going very far down; superficial. For example: “The ocean’s surface appeared shallow.”
• Adjective: Marking or showing a lack of seriousness, depth, or thought. For example: “Her comments were shallow and lacked substance.”
• Verb: To make shallow (a hole, water, etc.). For example: “The工人 dug a shallow trench.”
• Verb: To have a shallow understanding or knowledge of something. For example: “She has a shallow understanding of history.”

Phrases

• “A shallow well” refers to a well with limited depth.
• “Shallow thinking” implies a superficial or superficial-minded approach.
• “Shallow end of the pool” is a metaphor for a less significant or unimportant position or group.

Example Sentences

• Adjective: “The pond was so shallow that you could touch the bottom with your feet.”
• Adjective: “Her view on art was shallow, focusing mainly on the surface.”
• Verb: “The gardener filled the container with shallow soil.”
• Verb: “His understanding of quantum physics was quite shallow.”

Synonyms

• Insufficient
• Superficial
• Shallow-minded
• Thin
• Barely enough

Antonyms

• Deep
• Profound
• Intensive
• Thorough
• Comprehensive