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
Rather than relying on one-dimensional indicators, flourishing introduces multi-dimensional metrics that account for the complexity of the human experience.
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Amy Blankson, Forbes.com, 30 Apr. 2025
The Prohibition-era beverage has become even more of a juggernaut in recent years, and the IRL trend has led to a one-dimensional version.
—Leah Prinzivalli, Allure, 28 Apr. 2025
Not only does this one-dimensional mindset lack broader nuance and context.
—Andrew Reiner, Baltimore Sun, 20 Apr. 2025
The Michigan product doesn't ever figure to be much of a force as a pass-rusher, though, and teams may not want to invest a first-round pick on a one-dimensional player.
—Bryce Lazenby, MSNBC Newsweek, 18 Apr. 2025
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Amy Blankson, Forbes.com, 30 Apr. 2025
The Prohibition-era beverage has become even more of a juggernaut in recent years, and the IRL trend has led to a one-dimensional version.
—Leah Prinzivalli, Allure, 28 Apr. 2025
Not only does this one-dimensional mindset lack broader nuance and context.
—Andrew Reiner, Baltimore Sun, 20 Apr. 2025
The Michigan product doesn't ever figure to be much of a force as a pass-rusher, though, and teams may not want to invest a first-round pick on a one-dimensional player.
—Bryce Lazenby, MSNBC Newsweek, 18 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for one-dimensional
Adjective
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Garmin also upgrades the superficial hardware in the Forerunner 970.—
Andrew Williams,
Forbes.com,
15 May 2025
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Health advocacy organizations say public outreach for this effort, especially to Black Georgians, has been superficial at best.—
Margaret Coker,
ProPublica,
14 May 2025
Adjective
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Reaser’s Nora comes off as a shallow woman oblivious of her privilege, which is true but only partly so.—
Charles McNulty,
Los Angeles Times,
20 May 2025
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When the ocean is relatively calm and shallow, there is also less plankton, sand, particles, and other materials constantly churning in the waves, which gives the water a clearer appearance.—
Lisa Cericola,
Southern Living,
16 May 2025
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“One-dimensional.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/one-dimensional. Accessed 25 May. 2025.
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