superficial value
[ˌsuːpərˈfɪʃəl ˈvæljuː]
nounpl: superficial values
valor superficial
1. The apparent or surface-level worth or importance of something, without considering deeper or underlying factors
The superficial value of the antique was based only on its appearance, not its historical significance.
O valor superficial da antiguidade era baseado apenas em sua aparência, não em sua significância histórica.
2. Worth or merit that is judged without careful examination or critical analysis
Society often places superficial value on material possessions rather than personal character.
A sociedade frequentemente coloca valor superficial em posses materiais em vez de caráter pessoal.
3. In real estate or appraisal, the estimated value based on visible characteristics only
The property's superficial value increased due to the new coat of paint, though structural issues remained.
O valor superficial da propriedade aumentou devido à nova pintura, embora problemas estruturais permanecessem.
In both Brazilian and American contexts, this term is frequently used in philosophical, commercial, and social discussions to criticize materialistic attitudes or shallow judgments. It reflects cultural tensions between valuing appearances versus substance, particularly relevant in consumer culture and social media environments where image often supersedes reality.
NYC Slang
surface-level worth / what it looks like on the outside
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