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one-dimensional

[/wʌn dɪˈmɛnʃənəl/]
adjective
unidimensional
1. Having, relating to, or limited to a single dimension
A line is a one-dimensional object in geometry.
Uma linha é um objeto unidimensional na geometria.
2. Lacking depth, complexity, or nuance; superficial or simplistic
The character in the film was criticized for being one-dimensional and poorly developed.
A personagem no filme foi criticada por ser unidimensional e mal desenvolvida.
3. Considering or addressing only one aspect of something
His one-dimensional approach to the problem ignored several important factors.
Sua abordagem unidimensional do problema ignorou vários fatores importantes.
NYC Slang
flat (as in 'a flat character' or 'flat storyline')
Synonyms
superficialsimplisticflatshallowlinear
Antonyms
multidimensionalcomplexnuancedlayeredthree-dimensional

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
unidimensional
Standard usage in both academic and colloquial contexts
Portugal
unidimensional
Standard usage, more common in technical and academic discourse

Related Idioms & Phrases

lack depth
surface-level thinking
black and white approach
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