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shallower

 

[ หˆสƒรฆlษ™ ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

depth measurement

Shallower refers to a condition where something has less depth compared to another object or area. It is often used to describe bodies of water, such as lakes or rivers, indicating that the water is not very deep. The term can also apply metaphorically, suggesting a lack of complexity or depth in ideas, arguments, or discussions. In various contexts, it highlights a contrast with deeper alternatives.

Synonyms

minimal, slight, superficial

Examples of usage

  • The water is shallower near the shore.
  • This pool is shallower than the one we visited last summer.
  • He made a shallower point in his argument than expected.

Translations

Translations of the word "shallower" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น rasa

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค‰เคฅเคฒเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช flacher

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ dangkal

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะผั–ะปะบั–ัˆะธะน

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ pล‚ytszy

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๆต…ใ„ (ใ‚ใ•ใ„)

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท plus superficiel

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ mรกs superficial

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท daha sฤฑฤŸ

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์–•์€ (yadeun)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฃูƒุซุฑ ุถุญุงู„ุฉ (akthar dhahala)

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ mฤ›lkรฝ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ plytลกรญ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆ›ดๆต… (gรจng qiวŽn)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ plitkejลกi

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ grynnri

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะถะฐั€า›ั‹ะฝ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ›แƒชแƒ˜แƒ แƒ” (mts'ire)

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ sฤฑฤŸ

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ mรกs superficial

Word origin

The word 'shallow' has its roots in the Old English word 'sceald,' which means 'to be flat' or 'to be low.' This term is related to the Middle Dutch 'schal,' meaning 'to have little depth.' Over time, the word evolved to encompass not only physical characteristics of depth but also abstract concepts like superficiality in thoughts and discussions. In the English language, 'shallower' acts as the comparative form of 'shallow,' indicating a relative reduction in depth. Its usage has been documented in literature since at least the 16th century, often in both literal and figurative contexts. As language has developed, 'shallower' has become essential in environmental science, psychology, and everyday dialogue, underscoring its versatile applicability.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #18,598, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.