Definition of Profound
Profound
pro·found
Definition/Meaning
(adjective)
deep or complex in an intellectual sense, requiring considerable insight, understanding, or study;
e.g. The guru gave us profound insights into the meaning of life and death.
(adjective)
very intense, great, or complete in degree or extent;
e.g. They were filled with a profound sense of relief when they finally completed their journey.
(adjective)
deep-seated, coming from or reaching far below the surface, usually suggesting severity;
e.g. The disease causes profound failure of multiple organs.
(noun)
in old usage, something that is very vast and deep, especially the sea;
e.g. They stood on the cliff and looked at the waves in the profound beneath them.
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