1. A conversation or debate that lacks depth, substance, or thorough examination of a topic; dealing only with surface-level aspects without exploring underlying issues or complexities
The panel held only a superficial discussion about the economic crisis, avoiding the real systemic problems.
O painel conduziu apenas uma discussão superficial sobre a crise econômica, evitando os problemas sistêmicos reais.
2. A casual or light talk about a subject without serious analysis or critical thinking
They had a superficial discussion about climate change at the dinner party.
Eles tiveram uma discussão superficial sobre mudanças climáticas na festa de jantar.