deeply Meaning & Definition
What Does Deeply Mean?
Deeply is used as an adverb meaning To a deep extent or degree; very greatly. It is also used to mean So as to extend far down or far into something.
Deeply: Key Facts
| Part of speech | adverb |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /ˈdi(ː)pli/ |
| Synonyms | deep and profoundly |
| Comparative / superlative | more deeply, most deeply |
Deeply Definition (Adverb)
- To a deep extent or degree; very greatly.
I am deeply concerned about this matter.
- So as to extend far down or far into something.
The surface of the planet was deeply cratered.
- At depth.
In this part of the river salmon swim deeply.
- In a profound, not superficial, manner.
I thought deeply about the problem.
- In large volume.
breathe deeply, drink deeply
- Soundly; so as to be hard to rouse.
- Richly.
a deeply flavoured curry
Adverb
- At depth, in a deep way.
- To a deep extent.
- Profoundly.
Synonyms of Deeply
Deeply synonyms and antonyms →Deeply in a Sentence
I am deeply concerned about this matter.
I deeply regret my behaviour.
The surface of the planet was deeply cratered.
In this part of the river salmon swim deeply.
I thought deeply about the problem.
breathe deeply, drink deeply
a deeply flavoured curry
Word Forms & Grammar
deeply (comparative more deeply or (rare) deeplier, superlative most deeply or (rare) deepliest)
Words That Rhyme With Deeply
Origin of Deeply
From Middle English deply, depely, from Old English dēoplīċe (“deeply”, adverb), from dēoplīc (“deep”), equivalent to deep + -ly.
Frequently Asked Questions About Deeply
What part of speech is deeply?
Deeply is an adverb.
What is another word for deeply?
You can replace deeply with words such as deep and profoundly. See the full list of deeply synonyms and antonyms.
What are the comparative and superlative forms of deeply?
The comparative form is more deeply and the superlative form is most deeply.