← Back to search

Meaning of take the shadow for the substance | Babel Free

Verb CEFR C2

Definitions

To be easily deceived, credulous, superficial.

idiomatic

CEFR level

C2

Mastery
This word is part of the CEFR C2 vocabulary — mastery level.

See also

take the shilling take the shine out of take the stage take the stand take the studs take the stump