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superficial discussion

[ˌsuːpərˈfɪʃəl dɪˈskʌʃən]
nounpl: superficial discussions
discussão superficial
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.
NYC Slang
surface-level chit-chat
Synonyms
shallow discussioncursory discussionsurface-level conversationlightweight debatetrivial discussion
Antonyms
in-depth discussionthorough examinationdeep analysiscomprehensive debatesubstantive conversation

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
discussão superficial
Standard usage across Brazil
São Paulo
discussão rasa
Common alternative, slightly more informal
Rio de Janeiro
papo de superfície
Colloquial variant meaning surface-level talk
Portugal
discussão superficial
Standard usage, may also use 'conversa de circunstância'

Related Idioms & Phrases

just scratching the surface
not going deep into
skimming the top
touching on lightly
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