as in depth
the quality of being great in extent (as of insight)
we were struck by the profoundness of his observations on the ultimate meaning of life
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Noun
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Just because tweens spend more time online doesn’t mean their friendships lack depth.—
Dia Gallo,
Parents,
17 June 2025 -
The strawberry vanilla syrup adds depth, while the Simply Lemonade keeps it fresh and light.—
Essence,
Essence,
17 June 2025
Noun
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Everything is Going to Be Alright offers a fresh perspective on contemporary art, blending humor and profundity to create an engaging environment that resonates with audiences of all ages.—
Lee Sharrock,
Forbes.com,
13 May 2025
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Fielder wants to show you all its silly nonsense by pulling a bunch of silly nonsense — and yet, at the same time, squeeze out some actual profundity.—
Scott Tobias,
Vulture,
21 Apr. 2025
Noun
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McDavid's individual brilliance still hasn't, with Florida denying the Oilers a Stanley Cup for a second consecutive season.—
Andrew Greif,
NBC news,
18 June 2025
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The '80s and '90s were full of near-comebacks, false starts, flashes of brilliance under layers of confusion.—
Philip Martin,
Arkansas Online,
15 June 2025
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“Profoundness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/profoundness. Accessed 1 Jul. 2025.
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