sha
llow
Comparative
shallower
Superlative
shallowest
1
having a short distance from the surface to the bottom
- Be careful when diving into the shallow end of the pool to avoid hitting your head.
- She planted the flower seeds in a shallow hole in the garden.
- The dish should be baked in a shallow pan to ensure even cooking.
- The pond is so shallow that you can easily touch the bottom with your feet.
- The river became shallow during the dry season, exposing rocks and sandbars.
Antonyms:
2
extending a short distance inward or backward
- The shallow drawer could only hold a few small items.
- The shallow cupboard was perfect for storing spices and small kitchen utensils.
- Her shallow bookshelf couldn't accommodate the larger coffee table books.
- The shallow pocket in his jacket was just big enough for his keys and a wallet.
3
having a gentle slope
- The river had a shallow incline, making it safe for children to play in.
- The trail's shallow descent made for an easy and relaxing hike.
- With its shallow slope, the hill was perfect for beginners learning to ski.
- The pool's shallow gradient allows for a smooth transition from the shallow end to the deep end.
- They chose the shallow path up the mountain for a more leisurely climb.
4
lacking depth of character, seriousness, mindful thinking, or real understanding
- He has a reputation for being shallow and only caring about superficial things.
- Her shallow personality made it difficult for her to form meaningful relationships.
- She realized he was too shallow to understand her deeper emotions and thoughts.
- He was criticized for being a shallow person who only cared about appearances.
- The book had an intriguing premise, but the characters felt shallow and undeveloped.
Synonyms:
5
(of breathing or breaths) characterized by quick, light, and less deep breaths
- After running up the hill, he paused, his shallow breathing making it hard to speak.
- The doctor noted that her shallow breathing was a sign of anxiety.
- He lay in bed, his shallow breathing indicating his restlessness.
- The shallow breathing of the patient concerned the medical staff, prompting immediate intervention.
- During the panic attack, she experienced shallow breathing and a rapid heartbeat.
6
not densely populated or filled
- The shallow attendance at the event disappointed the organizers.
- The shallow crowd at the concert made it feel more like a private show.
- The shallow inventory of the store indicated poor supply chain management.
- His interest in the topic was shallow, evident from the shallow collection of books on the subject.
- The shallow participation in the project resulted in minimal progress and lackluster results.