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surface vs superficial

superficial vs surface

surface is a noun but superficial is not a noun.

surface and superficial both are adjectives.

surface is a verb but superficial is not a verb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
surface Yes Yes Yes No
superficial No Yes No No
surface (noun) superficial (noun)
the outer boundary of an artifact or a material layer constituting or resembling such a boundary
a device that provides reactive force when in motion relative to the surrounding air; can lift or control a plane in flight
a superficial aspect as opposed to the real nature of something
information that has become public
the extended two-dimensional outer boundary of a three-dimensional object
the outermost level of the land or sea
surface (adjective) superficial (adjective)
on the surface concerned with or comprehending only what is apparent or obvious; not deep or penetrating emotionally or intellectually
of, affecting, or being on or near the surface
hasty and without attention to detail; not thorough
of little substance or significance
occurring on or near the surface of the skin
surface (verb) superficial (verb)
appear or become visible; make a showing
put a coat on; cover the surface of; furnish with a surface
come to the surface
Difference between surface and superficial

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