seeming; concerned with or comprehending only what is apparent or obvious
Her superficial understanding of the topic was evident in her essay.
Vocabulary like superficial appears on the Digital SAT in Words-in-Context questions, where you choose the word that fits a passage's meaning and tone. You can also drill this word with vocabulary flashcards.
nuance; a subtle difference in meaning or opinion or attitude
overturn; cause the downfall of; of rulers
replacement; a person who follows next in order
concise; briefly giving the gist of something
juicy or fleshy
enough; of a quantity that can fulfill a need or requirement but without being abundant
bad tempered and gloomy
arrogantly superior
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