ˈwən-də-ˈmen(t)-sh(ə-)nəl
as in superficial
having or showing a lack of depth of understanding or character
a one-dimensional analysis of a novel that has a lot to say about personal courage
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Recent Examples of one-dimensional
And yet, given the technological limitations of the time, Mario mostly remained one-dimensional throughout this period.
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Christopher Cruz, Rolling Stone, 5 Apr. 2026
Stylist Sue Tyrrell used balayage to bring a client's one-dimensional color back to life.
—Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 4 Apr. 2026
Looks Flat Matchy-matchy spaces have no points of visual interest and can therefore look one-dimensional or flat.
—Nomita Vaish-Taylor, The Spruce, 3 Apr. 2026
Progress is not a one-dimensional thing.
—Big Think, 31 Mar. 2026
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Christopher Cruz, Rolling Stone, 5 Apr. 2026
Stylist Sue Tyrrell used balayage to bring a client's one-dimensional color back to life.
—Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 4 Apr. 2026
Looks Flat Matchy-matchy spaces have no points of visual interest and can therefore look one-dimensional or flat.
—Nomita Vaish-Taylor, The Spruce, 3 Apr. 2026
Progress is not a one-dimensional thing.
—Big Think, 31 Mar. 2026
See All Example Sentences for one-dimensional
Recent Examples of Synonyms for one-dimensional
Adjective
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Those two standout episodes are also largely separated from the country club settling, which too often opens the door for slightly superficial jabs at the club’s vapid members.—
Daniel Fienberg,
HollywoodReporter,
16 Apr. 2026
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As in this moisturizing CeraVe cream, beta-hydroxy acid (BHA) is able to penetrate past superficial layers to turn skin into a smooth canvas while fading age spots and hyperpigmentation.—
Tamim Alnuweiri,
InStyle,
13 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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The whale, which has been nicknamed Timmy by local media, is lying in shallow waters near the eastern German town of Wismar and has barely moved for days.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
16 Apr. 2026
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As the baitfish head shallow to soak up the sun, the bass won’t be far behind.—
Derek Horner,
Outdoor Life,
16 Apr. 2026
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“One-dimensional.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/one-dimensional. Accessed 23 Apr. 2026.
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