Synonyms of one-dimensional

one-dimensional

adjective

ˈwən-də-ˈmen(t)-sh(ə-)nəl

as in superficial

having or showing a lack of depth of understanding or character

a one-dimensional analysis of a novel that has a lot to say about personal courage

Synonyms & Similar Words

• superficial
• shallow
• facile
• random
• limited
• skin-deep
• narrow
• sketchy
• cursory
• passing
• haphazard
• aimless
• hasty
• oversimple
• restricted
• desultory
• hit-or-miss

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• deep
• profound
• general
• wide
• broad
• penetrating
• comprehensive
• extensive
• complete
• hard
• definitive
• exhaustive
• global
• inclusive
• detailed
• discerning
• critical
• penetrant
• far-reaching
• in-depth

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of one-dimensional

While the Saints were subtracting a one-dimensional speed receiver with modest offensive numbers, the Seahawks were adding a game-changing return specialist. — Mike Sando, New York Times, 10 Sep. 2026

Wines that have gone past their peak often taste flat, muted, or one-dimensional. — Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 1 Sep. 2026

Perhaps the lesson from last week’s settlement and previous efforts to limit the potential harms of certain industries is that one-dimensional approaches are not enough. — The Christian Science Monitor, Christian Science Monitor, 31 Aug. 2026

This is not a one-dimensional or linear happening, but rather a complex, multidimensional one playing out across the African diaspora. — Ime Ekpo, Forbes.com, 29 Aug. 2026