(especially of a theory or argument)appearing neat and comprehensive only by ignoring the true complexities of an issue; superficial
(尤指理论、论据)貌似有理的;浅薄的,肤浅的。
(of a person)having a superficial or simplistic knowledge or approach
(人)肤浅的;过于简单的
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a man of facile and shallow intellect .知识浅薄、头脑简单的人。
(of success, especially in sport)easily achieved; effortless
(尤指体育运动中获得的成功)易得的;轻而易举的,不费力的
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a facile seven lengths victory .超出七个马位的轻松胜利。
"late 15th cent. (in the sense ‘easily accomplished’): from French, or from Latin