superficially

/ˌsupərˈfɪʃəli/
adverb
  1. In a way that only considers the obvious or surface level; without depth or thoroughness.
    • The two paintings look superficially similar, but they are very different in style.
    • She only superficially understood the rules of the game.
    • He superficially read the instructions and missed an important step.
  2. On the surface; in outward appearance (often contrasting with reality).
    • Superficially, the house looked well-maintained, but inside it was falling apart.
    • The plan seemed superficially simple, but it was actually very complex.
    • Superficially, he appeared calm, but his hands were shaking.
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