Shallowest: meaning, definitions and examples

The term 'shallow' originates from the Old English word 'sceald', which denotes a low water level. This word evolved through Middle English as 'schalowe', ultimately leading to the modern English 'shallow'. The superlative form 'shallowest' emerged to indicate the extreme degree of shallow, often used in literature and everyday conversation to describe physical or metaphorical depth. The evolution of the word has allowed it to be flexible in application, extending beyond just physical dimensions, where it can denote a lack of depth in character or ideas as well. Historically, the concept of shallowness has been vital in various contexts, such as geographical descriptions and metaphorical uses that critique moral or intellectual substance.

This word's position of #32,043 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.

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