ˈwən-də-ˈmen(t)-sh(ə-)nəl
as in superficial
having or showing a lack of depth of understanding or character
a one-dimensional analysis of a novel that has a lot to say about personal courage
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Recent Examples of one-dimensional
Rather than relying on one-dimensional indicators, flourishing introduces multi-dimensional metrics that account for the complexity of the human experience.
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Amy Blankson, Forbes.com, 30 Apr. 2025
The Prohibition-era beverage has become even more of a juggernaut in recent years, and the IRL trend has led to a one-dimensional version.
—Leah Prinzivalli, Allure, 28 Apr. 2025
Not only does this one-dimensional mindset lack broader nuance and context.
—Andrew Reiner, Baltimore Sun, 20 Apr. 2025
The Michigan product doesn't ever figure to be much of a force as a pass-rusher, though, and teams may not want to invest a first-round pick on a one-dimensional player.
—Bryce Lazenby, MSNBC Newsweek, 18 Apr. 2025
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Amy Blankson, Forbes.com, 30 Apr. 2025
The Prohibition-era beverage has become even more of a juggernaut in recent years, and the IRL trend has led to a one-dimensional version.
—Leah Prinzivalli, Allure, 28 Apr. 2025
Not only does this one-dimensional mindset lack broader nuance and context.
—Andrew Reiner, Baltimore Sun, 20 Apr. 2025
The Michigan product doesn't ever figure to be much of a force as a pass-rusher, though, and teams may not want to invest a first-round pick on a one-dimensional player.
—Bryce Lazenby, MSNBC Newsweek, 18 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for one-dimensional
Adjective
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Full look: Burberry; socks: stylist’s own Gorka Postigo The phenomenon of celebrities speaking out about current events can sometimes feel superficial, but Ramsey is quick to affirm the opposite of Pascal.—
Peyton Dix,
Them.,
27 May 2025
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Some journalists refused to use AI for anything more than superficial interview transcription, while others use it broadly, to edit text, answer research questions, summarize large bodies of science text, or search massive troves of data for salient bits of information.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
25 May 2025
Adjective
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Reaser’s Nora comes off as a shallow woman oblivious of her privilege, which is true but only partly so.—
Charles McNulty,
Los Angeles Times,
20 May 2025
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When the ocean is relatively calm and shallow, there is also less plankton, sand, particles, and other materials constantly churning in the waves, which gives the water a clearer appearance.—
Lisa Cericola,
Southern Living,
16 May 2025
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“One-dimensional.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/one-dimensional. Accessed 3 Jun. 2025.
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