shallow
noun
UK/ˈʃæl.əʊ/
US/ˈʃæl.oʊ/
Phrases of shallow noun
- the shallows
The shallow areas of a body of water.
• The children enjoyed playing in the shallows at the beach.
adjective
UK/ˈʃæl.əʊ/
US/ˈʃæl.oʊ/
Definitions of shallow adjective
depth
- B2
Having a short distance from the top to the bottom; not deep.
The creek was so shallow that we could easily wade across.
She reminded the children to stay in the shallow area of the pool.
Sauté the onions in a shallow frying pan.
thought
- C2disapproving
Lacking depth of thought, understanding, or feeling; superficial.
I found the movie to be quite shallow and uninspiring.
He is attractive on the surface but is quite shallow underneath.
Her understanding of politics is very shallow.
Phrases of shallow adjective
- shallow breathing
The act of breathing characterized by taking only a small amount of air into the lungs with each breath.
• Her breathing became rapid and shallow when she felt panicked.