1. A minimal, surface-level, or insignificant addition to a discussion, project, or cause that lacks depth, substance, or meaningful impact
His shallow contribution to the meeting added little value to the strategic discussion.
Sua contribuição superficial à reunião agregou pouco valor à discussão estratégica.
2. Work or effort that demonstrates limited understanding, engagement, or commitment to the matter at hand
The student's shallow contribution to the research paper was evident from the lack of critical analysis.
A contribuição superficial do aluno ao artigo de pesquisa era evidente pela falta de análise crítica.