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Shallow Definition & Meaning

1. Lacking depth or substance.

Example: The movie had a shallow plot and failed to engage the audience.

2. Superficial or lacking in emotional or intellectual depth.

Example: She was disappointed by his shallow conversation and lack of interest in anything meaningful.

3. Having a small depth in relation to its width or length.

Example: The pond was shallow and perfect for wading.

4. Not deep enough for safe navigation.

Example: The boat got stuck in the shallow waters of the river.

5. Lacking in intensity or strength.

Example: The singer's performance was criticized for her shallow voice and lack of emotion.

Examples of the word shallow used in sentences.

  • The lake is shallow, so we can easily stand on the bottom.
  • His excuse was shallow, I didn't believe him.
  • My knowledge of history is shallow, I need to read more books.
  • The dish was very shallow, there wasn't enough food for me.
  • The pool is very shallow, it's perfect for young kids.
  • The dish looked delicious, but it had a shallow taste.
  • The pond in the park is quite shallow, so it's not safe for swimming.
  • I tried to dig a hole, but the soil was too shallow.
  • The conversation was shallow and lacked depth.
  • She always wears shallow shoes because she doesn't like her feet to hurt.
  • I enjoy gardening, but I have to be careful not to plant anything too close to the surface in shallow soil.
  • The lake was too shallow for swimming, so we decided to go to the beach instead.
  • Your argument is a bit shallow and doesn't take into account all the factors at play.
  • The company's apology felt shallow and insincere after their unethical business practices were exposed.
  • I find the character's motivations in this book a bit shallow, to be honest.
  • The presence of shallow potholes on the road posed a risk to motorists and pedestrians alike.
  • Despite its beauty, the lake is too shallow for any large boat to sail on it.
  • His argument was shallow and lacked any solid evidence to support his claims.
  • I found it hard to enjoy the party because of the shallow conversation that was going on.
  • She was ashamed of her shallow behavior towards her friends and promised to change her ways.
  • It was quite disappointing to see the shallow responses of the candidates during the job interview.
  • Despite his extensive knowledge on various subjects, his understanding of philosophy remained shallow.
  • Sarah was always worried about her looks and never realized that her obsession with superficial beauty only made her appear shallow.
  • The river was so shallow that we could easily wade through it without any difficulty.
  • The book offered a shallow analysis of the complexities of modern-day politics.
  • The water in the pond is quite shallow, so be careful when you step in.
  • In order to truly connect with others, you must move beyond superficial conversations and avoid shallow small talk.
  • Despite her intelligence and wit, I find her personality to be rather shallow and insincere.
  • The politician's promises were shallow and lacked any real substance, so I didn't take them seriously.
  • Most people are content with shallow opinions and half-truths, but I strive to understand complex issues on a deeper level.
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