shallowness

noun

Definition of shallownessnext
1
as in superficiality

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2
as in elevation

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Recent Examples of shallowness The shallowness of Alter’s pockets will become more painfully exposed by the new collective bargaining agreement, which will exacerbate the spending required simply to field a roster. — Julia Poe, Chicago Tribune, 7 Apr. 2026 Turner manages to put across this supreme shallowness with total sincerity. — David Rooney, HollywoodReporter, 14 Feb. 2026 Still, that showiness in dialogue is latched to a shallowness of characterization. — Jackson McHenry, Vulture, 29 Jan. 2026 His approach to peacemaking has suffered from an improbable degree of improvisation, exclusion of regional expertise, and consequentially, shallowness and flights of fancy. — Sergey Radchenko, Foreign Affairs, 4 Dec. 2025 The shallowness of the warm top layer would be vulnerable to mixing, as colder, heavy rain fell, driving the shallow water down and the deep water up. — Literary Hub, 22 Oct. 2025 The resulting film is equal parts shaggy, quixotic road movie and Malickian spiritual ponderance, gazing at the celestial patterns above while also too drunk on them to see the shallowness of their promise. — Ryan Lattanzio, IndieWire, 3 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for shallowness
  1. superficiality
  2. elevation
  3. height
  4. altitude
  5. stature
Noun
  • The superficiality of dating apps has only deepened his frustrations, and Viall wants to tilt the odds in his favor.
    — Rob Picheta, CNN Money, 27 June 2026
  • This superficiality mirrors the vanishing book review, indicating a systemic disregard for profound knowledge.
    — Vibhas Ratanjee, Forbes.com, 17 June 2026
Definition of superficiality
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  • Positioned at an elevation of about 2,600 meters, the radar can reportedly detect ballistic missile launches at distances of up to 3,106 miles (5,000 kilometers).
    — Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 10 July 2026
  • Despite its 7,486-yard length and strong winds, the 3,000-foot elevation aids play on wide fairways and undulating greens.
    — Scott Kramer, Forbes.com, 10 July 2026
Definition of elevation
Noun
  • As well, the machine's limited computer vision can’t address environmental situations like differing degrees of lighting conditions in outdoor courts, or varied ceiling heights in indoor gyms.
    — Shirl Leigh July 13, New Atlas, 13 July 2026
  • Featuring a subtle platform for extra height, soft fabric straps to prevent irritation, and an OrthoLite footbed to withstand long hours on your feet, these flip-flops are perfect for dressing up or down without having to compromise on comfort.
    — Julia Morlino, Travel + Leisure, 12 July 2026
Definition of height
Noun
  • Rutte confirmed the purchase of five Triton high-altitude drones, a fleet of Airbus A400M aircraft, and 10 SAAB GlobalEye aircraft for air warning and surveillance.
    — Callum Sutherland, Time, 7 July 2026
  • In the end, neither the altitude, nor the smog, nor more than 80,000 fans were decisive factors in the final outcome of a game in which England’s superior roster filled with Premier League talent controlled the result.
    — Eduard Cauich, Los Angeles Times, 6 July 2026
Definition of altitude
Noun
  • McHenry has a viral moment McHenry was already a notable character on Capitol Hill because of his short stature and his penchant for bow ties.
    — Danielle Battaglia, Charlotte Observer, 3 July 2026
  • Thomson’s about-face over the movies might be a surprise, but that a critic of his stature would wrestle with cinema’s enduring value is not.
    — Michael O’Donnell, The Atlantic, 2 July 2026
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