one-dimensional

adjective

one-di·​men·​sion·​al

ˈwən-də-ˈmen(t)-sh(ə-)nəl

 

 also  -dī-

1

: having one dimension

A straight line is one-dimensional.

The one-dimensional sequence of amino acids is the primary structure.

—Douglas R. Hofstadter

2

: lacking depth or complexity : superficial

To the audience, the term "sitcom" connoted a lot of one-dimensional stories and characters.

—Bob Fisher

one-dimensionality

ˈwən-də-ˌmen(t)-shə-ˈna-lə-tē 

 also  -dī-

noun

one-di​mension​ally adverb

a one-dimensionally portrayed character

The pixels were arranged one-dimensionally. [=in a straight line]

Synonyms

• facile
• shallow
• skin-deep
• superficial

Examples of one-dimensional in a Sentence

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

Recent Examples on the Web

The film’s leisurely pace, its large company of broad and one-dimensional supporting players, and an unshakably saccharine tone don’t help matters at all. —Vikram Murthi, IndieWire, 20 Nov. 2024

This strategy can lead to a one-dimensional presence that fails to resonate with followers. —Justin Nassiri, Forbes, 6 Nov. 2024

Rizzs is an explosive running back, but St. Laurence a bit too one-dimensional when Kwiatkowski was out. —Steve Millar, Chicago Tribune, 5 Nov. 2024

Stock down: Mike McDaniel The simplistic, one-dimensional offense (get the ball to Hill) continues to get exposed. —Chris Perkins, Sun Sentinel, 28 Oct. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

1876, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Kids Definition

one-dimensional

adjective

1

: having one dimension

2

: stereotyped