Definitions

1. adjective

not deep; having little or no depth

“The shallow end of the pool is ideal for young children.”

2. noun

a part of a river, lake, or sea that is shallow

“The boat navigated the shallow waters carefully.”

3. verb

to make something less deep or intense; to make something less complex or interesting

“The movie tries to shallow down the complex themes for a broader audience.”

4. adverb

in a shallow manner

“He spoke shallowly about the issues, avoiding any controversy.”