deepness

noun

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1
as in depth
distance measured from the top to the bottom of something the deepness of the well could not be determined by visual means

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2
as in profundity
the quality of being great in extent (as of insight) the deepness of his knowledge on the subject is truly impressive

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depth
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  • But the versatility and depth of the Dodgers’ system is part of what made a deal feel almost inevitable as the deadline neared.
    — Fabian Ardaya, New York Times, 2 Aug. 2026
  • Dig a hole three times the size of the seedling’s pot but exactly the same depth as the pot.
    — SJ McShane, Martha Stewart, 2 Aug. 2026
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“Deepness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/deepness. Accessed 5 Aug. 2026.

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