Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
skin-deep
adjective
/ˈskɪn diːp/
Definition
Only superficial or shallow; not profound or deep.
Examples
- Her interest in the project was skin-deep; she did not truly care about its outcome.
- His expressions of friendship were skin-deep and did not reflect any true compassion.
- While the decoration was beautiful, its quality was merely skin-deep, lacking durability.
Meaning
Something that is skin-deep is not deep or extensive, often referring to feelings, knowledge, or characteristics that are just on the surface.
Synonyms
- Superficial
- Shallow
- Surface
- Frivolous
- Task-level
