Deep down
adverb
In reality or truth, even if it is not obvious or expressed openly.
Deep down, he knew he was wrong but he didn't want to admit it.

Often appears as...
- deep down
- she knew
adverb
Situated far below the surface or level.
The ancient city lies deep down beneath the sea.

Often appears as...
- lies deep down
- situated deep down
adverb
In a deep or profound way, especially emotionally or mentally.
The loss affected her deep down.

Often appears as...
- affect deep down
- hurt deep down
adverb
In reality or truth, even if it is not obvious or expressed openly.
Deep down, he knew he was wrong but he didn't want to admit it.

Often appears as...
- deep down
- she knew
adverb
Situated far below the surface or level.
The ancient city lies deep down beneath the sea.

Often appears as...
- lies deep down
- situated deep down
adverb
In a deep or profound way, especially emotionally or mentally.
The loss affected her deep down.

Often appears as...
- affect deep down
- hurt deep down
Definition 1 of 3

Unspoken Truth
Used when someone is hiding their true feelings or opinions.

Deep down, she disagreed with the decision but remained silent.
Emotional Conflict
Shows a difference between what's shown and what's felt inside.

He smiles often, but deep down, it's clear he's not happy.
Revealing Honesty
Implies honesty when someone admits their feelings to themselves.

Deep down, I knew the job wasn't right for me.
Unspoken Truth
Used when someone is hiding their true feelings or opinions.

Deep down, she disagreed with the decision but remained silent.
Emotional Conflict
Shows a difference between what's shown and what's felt inside.

He smiles often, but deep down, it's clear he's not happy.
Revealing Honesty
Implies honesty when someone admits their feelings to themselves.

Deep down, I knew the job wasn't right for me.
Unspoken Truth
Used when someone is hiding their true feelings or opinions.

Deep down, she disagreed with the decision but remained silent.
Emotional Conflict
Shows a difference between what's shown and what's felt inside.

He smiles often, but deep down, it's clear he's not happy.
Revealing Honesty
Implies honesty when someone admits their feelings to themselves.

Deep down, I knew the job wasn't right for me.
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