Definition

The quality of being deep in thought, feeling, or meaning; a profound insight or idea.

Example

The profundity of her thoughts left everyone in the room speechless.

Conversation

I just finished reading a book that had such great profundity in its themes.

Really? What was it about?

It explored the meaning of life and had a lot of deep insights.

That sounds intriguing! I love books that make you think.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Profundity → It is formed from "profundus" (Latin, meaning deep) and the suffix "-ity" (meaning the state or quality of). The word "profundity" refers to the quality of being deep, either in a physical or metaphorical sense.

Memory Tip

Think of 'deep' ('profundus') to remember that 'profundity' means the quality of being deep.

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