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superficial attributes

[ˌsuːpərˈfɪʃəl ˈætrɪbjuːts]
noun phrase
atributos superficiais
1. Surface-level or outward characteristics that lack depth or substance; external qualities that do not reflect inner essence or true nature
The superficial attributes of wealth and beauty do not guarantee happiness.
Os atributos superficiais de riqueza e beleza não garantem felicidade.
2. In computing and design, visible or aesthetic features that are apparent on the surface without considering underlying structure or functionality
The app focused only on superficial attributes rather than improving core functionality.
O aplicativo focou apenas em atributos superficiais em vez de melhorar a funcionalidade principal.
Synonyms
surface characteristicsexternal featuresoutward qualitiescosmetic featuresshallow traits
Antonyms
deep attributesfundamental characteristicsintrinsic qualitiesessential featurescore properties

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
atributos superficiais
Standard usage across Brazil
São Paulo
características superficiais
Alternative common phrasing in business contexts
Portugal
atributos superficiais
Standard usage, equivalent to Brazilian Portuguese

Related Idioms & Phrases

not judge a book by its cover
looks can be deceiving
all that glitters is not gold
beauty is only skin deep
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