The Opposite(Antonym) of “deep”
The antonyms of deep are shallow, superficial, and light. These words describe the opposite of depth, which can refer to physical depth or a lack of intellectual or emotional depth.
Explore all Antonyms of “deep”
Definitions and Examples of shallow, superficial, light
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
Not deep; having little distance from the surface to the bottom.
Example
The river was shallow enough for us to cross without getting wet.
Lacking depth or substance; concerned only with surface appearances.
Example
Her knowledge of the subject was superficial and she struggled to answer the questions.
Not heavy; having little weight or force.
Example
The box was light enough for her to carry it by herself.
Key Differences: shallow vs superficial vs light
- 1Shallow refers to physical depth, such as the depth of water or a hole.
- 2Superficial describes a lack of intellectual or emotional depth, often used to describe people or their actions.
- 3Light refers to weight or force, and can also be used to describe colors or flavors.
Effective Usage of shallow, superficial, light
- 1Physical Depth: Use shallow to describe bodies of water, holes, or other physical spaces that lack depth.
- 2Intellectual or Emotional Depth: Use superficial to describe people, actions, or conversations that lack depth or substance.
- 3Weight or Force: Use light to describe objects that are not heavy or have little force, as well as colors or flavors that are not strong.
Remember this!
The antonyms of deep have distinct meanings: shallow refers to physical depth, superficial describes a lack of intellectual or emotional depth, and light refers to weight or force. Use these words to describe physical spaces, people or actions lacking depth, and objects that are not heavy or have little force.
