DEEP-SEA Synonyms: 8 Similar and Opposite Words

deep-sea

adjective

ˈdēp-ˈsē

Definition of deep-sea

as in oceanic

of, relating to, or occurring in the open sea chartered a boat to do some deep-sea fishing

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littoral

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Recent Examples of deep-sea At these deep-sea mineral formations, a rich chemical brew, warmed by volcanic activity, spills out over the ocean floor. — Philip Ball, Scientific American, 20 Aug. 2026 The buoyant 808s ping-pong back and forth, sounding like an aquatic marching band ushering in a deep-sea championship team. — Jeff Ihaza, Rolling Stone, 19 Aug. 2026 The tests demonstrate the underlying sensing and healing mechanisms, not a finished skin ready to spend years clinging to a deep-sea robot. — New Atlas, 4 Aug. 2026 Guest adventures can be tailored to nighttime fishing, wintertime Wahoo trolling, or full-moon deep-sea excursions. — Kelsey Glennon, Southern Living, 3 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for deep-sea

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oceanic

Adjective

As opposed to infantile regression, the oceanic feeling can also be understood as a means of recapturing a repressed sense of relation, connection, affinities.

— George Baker, Artforum, 1 Sep. 2026
His oceanic roots and regal presence reflect the franchise's enduring legacy.

— Cheryl V. Jackson, IndyStar, 24 Aug. 2026

Definition of oceanic

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