deeply
adverb
Form of deep , adverb of deep.
Simple meaning
To a deep extent or degree.
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IPA pronunciation (US)
ˈdipli
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Definition
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adverb
In a profound, not superficial, manner.
So as to extend far down or far into something.
To a great depth psychologically or emotionally
To a great depth; far down or in
in relation to sleep
Soundly; so as to be hard to rouse.
In large volume.
Word at a Glance
- Difficulty
- B2 · Upper Intermediate
- Frequency
- Common
- Typical Use
- Everyday English
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- “They felt the loss deeply.”adverb
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Relatively deep or strong.
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Synonyms
Sense: in a profound or not superficial or manner
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