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profound

1 of 2adjective
/proʊ.ˈfaʊnd/
Forms:more profound,most profound
1

showing the intensity or greatness of something

  • The novel had a profound impact on readers, prompting deep reflection on the human condition.
  • His speech had a profound effect on the audience, leaving them inspired.
  • The beauty of the sunset was so profound that it took her breath away.
  • The earthquake caused profound damage to the city, leaving many buildings in ruins.
  • His profound respect for the artist was evident in the way he spoke about their work with such deep admiration.
Synonyms:
severeintensefiercevehementexcruciatingdeepextremesavageferociousgrave
2

having or displaying a lot of knowledge or great understanding

  • As an anthropologist, she had developed a profound understanding of cultural traditions through decades of field work.
  • Only the most dedicated scholars achieved a profound familiarity with the works of such a prolific and influential philosopher.
  • We sought her counsel on the matter because of her profound expertise in international trade law.
  • Her profound analysis of the historical event revealed insights that many had overlooked.
  • His profound understanding of classical literature enriched his interpretations of contemporary works.
Synonyms:
insightfulkeenhighbrowsagaciousdeepsophisticatederudite
Antonyms:
superficial
3

deeply rooted or situated

  • The profound underwater trench reaches depths that are difficult to explore.
  • The drilling uncovered layers of rock at profound depths below the Earth's surface.
  • The profound geological formations reveal a rich history of the planet's development.
  • They discovered a profound underground aquifer that could provide water for the entire region.
  • The profound excavation site reached far below the initial layers, uncovering ancient artifacts.
Synonyms:
unsoundeddeepunplumbedunfathomed
4

requiring a lot of thought or deep study

  • Doctors are faced with making profound treatment decisions that impact patients' lives and require weighing many factors.
  • Politicians rarely offer straightforward answers to profound issues with many nuanced facets affecting society.
  • The novel's profound themes about identity and existence prompted readers to reflect deeply on their own lives.
  • The book presents a profound argument about the nature of consciousness, requiring careful analysis to fully understand.
  • The mathematical theory was so profound that it took years of research to grasp its full implications.
Synonyms:
involvedlabyrinthineimpenetrablebyzantinecomplexthornytangledknottydeepintricatecomplicatedgnarlyunfathomablelabyrinthian