depthless

adjective

Definition of depthlessnext
as in shallow
lacking significant physical depth they crossed the brook at its most depthless point

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Recent Examples of depthless Jothan saw us and shook our hands, as did Michael Ray, but Sun Ra scuffled by with an air of depthless blankness. — Literary Hub, 13 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for depthless
shallow
Adjective
  • The Danube delta's Sulina Channel is too shallow for the largest vessels, and dozens of ships often wait days to enter or leave the river.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 3 Nov. 2026
  • Arrange greens in a shallow bowl or on a platter and spoon any dressing remaining in bowl over.
    — Shilpa Uskokovic, Bon Appetit Magazine, 2 Nov. 2026
Definition of shallow

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“Depthless.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/depthless. Accessed 8 Nov. 2026.

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