superficiality

noun

su·​per·​fi·​ci·​al·​i·​ty ˌsü-pər-ˌfi-shē-ˈa-lə-tē 

plural superficialities

1

: the quality or state of being superficial

2

: something superficial

Examples of superficiality in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

These findings show that dissatisfaction on dating apps reflects a systemic issue where superficiality and inflated expectations dominate the online dating landscape. —Mark Travers, Forbes.com, 9 Sep. 2025

While Dorothy is flattered by the attention from a successful writer, her roommates, Blanche Devereaux (Rue McLanahan) and Rose Nylund (Betty White), are turned off by Barbara's arrogance and superficiality. —Jeremy Helligar, People.com, 15 Aug. 2025

Celebrity brands are often about luxury, prestige, or authenticity; products like cosmetics and liquors coast off fun and superficialities. —Kathryn Vanarendonk, Vulture, 10 June 2025

Let go of your superficiality and lingering worries when the full moon in Sagittarius peaks a few days later. —Liz Simmons, StyleCaster, 27 May 2025

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1530, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for superficiality

• confidentiality
• constitutionality
• immateriality
• individuality
• intellectuality
• intersectionality
• intertextuality
• referentiality
• territoriality
• abnormality
• cardinality
• commonality