The most internal part of something
“We are reaching the point where the process of rationalization is conflicting with the deepest human needs.”
Existing within the mind, soul or spirit, and often not expressed
Loudly cheerful, enthusiastic or approbatory
Most profound
“Strasberg realized that Marilyn's sweetness masked a deep rage, and he worked with her to unpack her emotions.”
Located below or lower down
Felt or believed deeply and sincerely
Superlative for extending far down
“On the left side of the trail was a deep ravine, dropping abruptly from the roadbed.”
(sometimes figuratively) Superlative for voluminous in nature
“Perhaps somebody with deep pockets can help me get out of this financial mess I'm in.”
Superlative for significant in degree or intensity
“His decision to quit as director was a deep blow to the company.”
Superlative for profound in awareness or understanding
“Scott was a deep thinker who believed he had found the secret to succeeding even in the face of failure.”
(deep in, of a state or activity) Superlative for fully absorbed or involved in
“He lay in his bed, deep in thought, pondering the future that was to come.”
Superlative for difficult to comprehend
“If you're willing to go down the rabbit hole, you'll unearth some deep issues lurking within this organization.”
Superlative for having a veiled or uncertain meaning
“The lyrics in this song are so deep and open to interpretation.”
Superlative for having considerable reach
“It is imperative that you understand that the decisions you make will have deep consequences.”
(of sound or voice) Superlative for low in pitch and full in tone
“Barry used his deep voice to convince his girlfriend that he couldn't get enough of her love.”
(of colour) Superlative for dark and highly saturated
“The company's website uses deep shades of blue to represent trust and confidence.”
Superlative for located out of sight
“Deep within the town's Department of Energy laboratory, scientists were conducting bizarre experiments.”
Superlative for far away in time
“Christina explored her deep past and realized that Brad had wronged her.”
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