as in depth
the quality of being great in extent (as of insight)
a philosopher who is widely respected for the profundity of her thinking
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Recent Examples of profundity
Much of Gilbert’s early work displays an awareness of both the profundity and the transience of romance, and of the many different universes that one life can open into or contain.
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Jia Tolentino, New Yorker, 25 Aug. 2025
Maybe the striking profundity these new interpretations have uncovered has been there all along, suggested John Snelson, an associate lecturer in musical theater at Goldsmiths, University of London, who wrote a book on Lloyd Webber.
—Scottie Andrew, CNN Money, 10 Aug. 2025
Even with its profundity curbed, this was a fine, stirring performance.
—Hannah Edgar, Chicago Tribune, 26 July 2025
But the film works in large part because Linklater, as usual, lets profundity come to the movie rather than straining to reach it.
—Keith Phipps, Vulture, 3 Mar. 2025
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Jia Tolentino, New Yorker, 25 Aug. 2025
Maybe the striking profundity these new interpretations have uncovered has been there all along, suggested John Snelson, an associate lecturer in musical theater at Goldsmiths, University of London, who wrote a book on Lloyd Webber.
—Scottie Andrew, CNN Money, 10 Aug. 2025
Even with its profundity curbed, this was a fine, stirring performance.
—Hannah Edgar, Chicago Tribune, 26 July 2025
But the film works in large part because Linklater, as usual, lets profundity come to the movie rather than straining to reach it.
—Keith Phipps, Vulture, 3 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for profundity
Noun
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The depth of humanity Kosztolányi brings to the sorrowful life of Skylark and her adoring parents is magical, and rewards anyone who overcomes its modest premise.—
New York Times,
New York Times,
16 Oct. 2025
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But despite having to rely on their depth way more than they’d like, the 49ers are 4-2 and tied for the NFC West lead.—
Michael Gallagher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
15 Oct. 2025
Noun
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From Spike Lee’s School Daze to the rhythmic brilliance of Drumline and the intensity of Burning Sands, these stories highlight the laughter, love, and lessons that make college life unforgettable.—
Okla Jones,
Essence,
16 Oct. 2025
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Thailand is brimming with exceptional storytellers and untapped creative brilliance.—
Sara Merican,
Deadline,
15 Oct. 2025
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“Profundity.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/profundity. Accessed 20 Oct. 2025.
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