The Opposite(Antonym) of “profound”
The antonyms of profound are superficial and shallow. The antonyms superficial and shallow describe something that lacks depth, seriousness, or complexity.
Explore all Antonyms of “profound”
Definitions and Examples of superficial, shallow
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
Lacking depth, seriousness, or complexity; shallow.
Example
The article only provided a superficial analysis of the issue without delving into its root causes.
Lacking depth, substance, or seriousness; superficial.
Example
His arguments were shallow and lacked evidence to support his claims.
Key Differences: superficial vs shallow
- 1Superficial implies a lack of depth or seriousness in a particular subject or situation.
- 2Shallow describes something that lacks depth, substance, or complexity in general.
Effective Usage of superficial, shallow
- 1Academic Writing: Use profound to describe complex ideas and concepts, and superficial or shallow to criticize simplistic or incomplete arguments.
- 2Personal Development: Reflect on your thoughts and beliefs to avoid being superficial or shallow in your thinking.
- 3Social Interaction: Use these antonyms to describe people's personalities or behaviors in social situations.
Remember this!
The antonyms of profound are superficial and shallow. Use profound to describe complex ideas and concepts, and superficial or shallow to criticize simplistic or incomplete arguments. Reflect on your thoughts and beliefs to avoid being superficial or shallow in your thinking, and use these antonyms to describe people's personalities or behaviors in social situations.
