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superficial satisfaction

[ˌsuːpərˈfɪʃəl ˌsætɪsˈfækʃən]
noun phrasefemininepl: superficial satisfactions / satisfações superficiais
satisfação superficial
1. A shallow or surface-level sense of contentment that does not address deeper needs or concerns; temporary pleasure that lacks substance or lasting fulfillment
The quick shopping spree provided only superficial satisfaction, leaving her feeling empty later.
A compra rápida proporcionou apenas uma satisfação superficial, deixando-a vazia mais tarde.
2. A momentary feeling of accomplishment or pleasure without genuine understanding or complete resolution of an issue
Winning the game gave him superficial satisfaction since he knew he hadn't played well.
Ganhar o jogo lhe deu uma satisfação superficial, pois sabia que não havia jogado bem.
NYC Slang
fake satisfaction / surface-level win
Synonyms
shallow contentmentfleeting pleasuretemporary fulfillmenthollow satisfactioncursory satisfaction
Antonyms
deep satisfactiongenuine fulfillmentlasting contentmentmeaningful satisfactionprofound happiness

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
satisfação superficial
Standard usage across Brazil
São Paulo
satisfação de fachada
Alternative colloquial expression emphasizing false appearance
Rio de Janeiro
satisfação rasa
Informal variant using 'rasa' (shallow)
Portugal
satisfação superficial
Standard European Portuguese usage

Related Idioms & Phrases

a band-aid solution
putting a band-aid on a bullet wound
quick fix
skin-deep satisfaction
sugar-coating the problem
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