Synonyms of one-dimensional

one-dimensional

adjective

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

Synonyms & Similar Words

• superficial
• shallow
• facile
• random
• limited
• skin-deep
• narrow
• sketchy
• cursory
• passing
• haphazard
• aimless
• hasty
• oversimple
• restricted
• desultory
• hit-or-miss

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• deep
• profound
• general
• wide
• broad
• penetrating
• comprehensive
• extensive
• complete
• hard
• definitive
• exhaustive
• global
• inclusive
• detailed
• discerning
• critical
• penetrant
• far-reaching
• in-depth

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of one-dimensional

After my first World Cup, my understanding of my grandparents’ home country became one-dimensional, existing solely through the lens of soccer. — Jordan Salama, New Yorker, 27 June 2026

That’d be one-dimensional spaces through the origin in a plane. — Quanta Magazine, 25 June 2026

Bold Primary Colors Bold primary colors feel too one-dimensional and visually chaotic for interiors in 2026, says Sabah Mansoor, founder and principal designer of Sabah Mansoor Design. — Cori Sears, The Spruce, 21 June 2026

More complexity and flavor—Japanese Wagyu is a little bit one-dimensional. — The Editors, Robb Report, 20 June 2026