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profound

/proʊˈfaʊnd/
adjective★Intermediate
formal

Going far beneath the surface; having a great deal of depth or insight.

The professor's profound analysis of the novel revealed new insights.

informal

Extremely good or excellent; of very high quality.

The restaurant served a profound dish that everyone loved.

Collocations

profound impacta significant or far-reaching effectprofound insighta deep or penetrating understanding

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💡Pro Tip

Using 'profound' in a sentence

Be sure to use 'profound' in context to convey deep meaning or insight, such as 'The book had a profound effect on my perspective.'

📖Word Origin

From Latin 'profundus', meaning 'deep'.

📝Usage Notes

Often used to describe someone's thoughts, feelings, or observations that are very insightful or perceptive.

Word Breakdown

pro-
before
+
fund-
bottom
+
-ous
having a quality
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