One-dimensional (Adjective)
Meaning 1
Relating to a single dimension or aspect; having no depth or scope; "a prose statement of fact is unidimensional, its value being measured wholly in terms of its truth"- Mary Sheehan; "a novel with one-dimensional characters".
Classification
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Examples
- The politician's campaign promises were criticized for being one-dimensional, focusing solely on tax cuts without considering their potential impact on public services.
- Her latest novel was panned by critics for having one-dimensional characters that lacked complexity and depth.
- The economics text book presented a one-dimensional view of the market, ignoring the role of social and environmental factors in shaping consumer behavior.
- The artist's latest sculpture was accused of being one-dimensional, with critics arguing that it relied too heavily on gimmicks rather than exploring themes of substance.
- The documentary was praised for avoiding one-dimensional portrayals of its subjects, instead presenting a nuanced and multifaceted exploration of their lives.
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Meaning 2
Of or in or along or relating to a line; involving or having a single dimension; "a linear measurement".
Classification
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Examples
- The graph was one-dimensional, only showing the relationship between two variables.
- Her one-dimensional view of the world made it difficult for her to understand complex issues.
- The one-dimensional characters in the movie lacked depth and development.
- The problem was that the survey only measured one-dimensional aspects of the participants' personalities.
- The artist's use of one-dimensional shapes and lines created a striking visual effect.