Being on the surface; not penetrating the substance of a thing; as a superficial color; a superficial covering.

Composing the surface or exterior part; as, soil constitutes the superficial part of the earth.

Shallow; contrived to cover something. This superficial tale . Is but a preface to her worthy praise.

Shallow; not deep or profound; reaching or comprehending only what is obvious or apparent; as a superficial scholar; superficial knowledge.