superficially
superficially Lexical Profile
superficially Game Scores & Validity
• adverb
As to the outward appearance only; on the surface, without considering deeper underlying factors or differences.
"The two historical periods are superficially similar, though their underlying economic structures differed greatly."
In a manner that lacks thoroughness, depth of understanding, or serious consideration; cursorily.
"The committee only examined the complex financial proposal superficially before voting to reject it."
On or near the physical surface of something, such as the skin, the body, or the earth, rather than penetrating deeply.
"Fortunately, the cyclist was only wounded superficially when he scraped his knee on the pavement."
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Word Origin & Etymology
Formed from the adjective 'superficial' plus the adverbial suffix '-ly'. 'Superficial' derives from Late Latin 'superficialis', from Latin 'superficies' meaning 'surface' (from 'super-' meaning 'above' and 'facies' meaning 'face').