GRE Word List

SUPERFICIAL

of, relating to, or located near a surface

The meaning of the word superficial is of, relating to, or located near a surface.

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acrimoniousangry and bitter : caustic, biting, or rancorous especially in feeling, language, or manner
atoneto make amends : to provide or serve as reparation or compensation for something bad or unwelcome
aloofremoved or distant either physically or emotionally
premisea proposition antecedently supposed or proved as a basis of argument or inference
anodyneserving to alleviate pain
agapewide open : gaping
accessiblecapable of being reached
surveillanceclose watch kept over someone or something (as by a detective)
askancewith disapproval or distrust : scornfully
homagea feudal ceremony by which a man acknowledges himself the vassal of a lord