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
Connor is somehow more of a one-dimensional monster than Johnny Lawrence of the original films, and there’s zero juice to his rivalry with Li considering how little the characters actually interact.
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Wilson Chapman, IndieWire, 28 May 2025
As its story illustrates, the disabled experience is far from cookie-cutter or one-dimensional.
—John Hendrickson, The Atlantic, 23 May 2025
Moreover, others appear out of nowhere, seemingly to fill past and present narrative gaps, but remain one-dimensional otherwise.
—Aramide Tinubu, Variety, 20 May 2025
Still, the roller-coaster derailment is a visual experience so thrilling, the one-dimensional characterization ceases to matter.
—Gayle Sequeira, Vulture, 16 May 2025
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Wilson Chapman, IndieWire, 28 May 2025
As its story illustrates, the disabled experience is far from cookie-cutter or one-dimensional.
—John Hendrickson, The Atlantic, 23 May 2025
Moreover, others appear out of nowhere, seemingly to fill past and present narrative gaps, but remain one-dimensional otherwise.
—Aramide Tinubu, Variety, 20 May 2025
Still, the roller-coaster derailment is a visual experience so thrilling, the one-dimensional characterization ceases to matter.
—Gayle Sequeira, Vulture, 16 May 2025
See All Example Sentences for one-dimensional
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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The beach forms an arc, and the bright blue waters are calm and shallow, making this the perfect spot to lounge, swim, or snorkel during a summer day.—
Lydia Mansel,
Travel + Leisure,
31 May 2025
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The bowl is shallow but wide, so multiple birds can stop by for a bath at once.—
Paige Bennett,
Better Homes & Gardens,
30 May 2025
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“One-dimensional.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/one-dimensional. Accessed 5 Jun. 2025.
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