ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Deeply

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Pronunciation /ˈdi(ː)pli/ · Part of speech adverb

Quick meaning: Deeply is an adverb meaning To a deep extent or degree; very greatly.

Meaning

To a deep extent or degree; very greatly.

More Meanings

  1. So as to extend far down or far into something.
  2. At depth.
  3. In a profound, not superficial, manner.
  4. In large volume.
  5. (in relation to sleep) Soundly; so as to be hard to rouse.
  6. (of flavour, colour, etc.) Richly.

Example Sentences

breathe deeply, drink deeply
I deeply regret my behaviour.
I thought deeply about the problem.
I am deeply concerned about this matter.

Word Forms

Synonyms for deeply

Depending on context, synonyms include deep, profoundly.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include profoundly, profound, depth, extensively, gravely, greatly.

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