1. An examination or study that considers only the most obvious or apparent aspects of something, without investigating deeper causes, meanings, or implications
The report provided only a surface-level analysis of the problem without exploring its root causes.
O relatório forneceu apenas uma análise superficial do problema sem explorar suas causas raízes.
2. A preliminary or cursory evaluation that lacks thoroughness or depth of investigation
A surface-level analysis of the data might lead to incorrect conclusions.
Uma análise superficial dos dados pode levar a conclusões incorretas.