in-depth

adjective

(ˈ)in-ˈdepth 

: covering many or all important points of a subject : comprehensive, thorough

an in-depth study

in-depth news coverage

… recently launched a podcast designed to take a more in-depth look at certain topics on his show.

—Jamie Friedlander

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Synonyms of in-depth

• comprehensive
• thorough
• extensive
• full
• panoramic

Examples of in-depth in a Sentence

an in-depth report on the issue of violence in popular entertainment

Recent Examples on the Web

Faces off the field gives an in-depth look into the thoughts and lives of high school student-athletes in the Austin area. —Rick Cantu, Austin American Statesman, 10 Feb. 2026

With their expertise and in-depth analysis, top Wall Street analysts can help investors select stocks that can outperform the broader market and deliver impressive growth. —Tipranks, CNBC, 8 Feb. 2026

Each Sunday, Pitchfork takes an in-depth look at a significant album from the past, and any record not in our archives is eligible. —Stephen M. Deusner, Pitchfork, 8 Feb. 2026

Now, timed to the biggest television event of the year, Universal is giving audiences their most in-depth look yet at the mysterious movie in a new trailer that aired during Super Bowl LX. —Christian Zilko, IndieWire, 8 Feb. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1957, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for in-depth

• depth

Kids Definition

in-depth

adjective

(ˌ)in-ˌdepth

: covering many or all important points : thorough

an in-depth investigation