Profound

usgb/prəˈfaʊnd/
adjective

Very great.

There was a profound silence as everyone waited for the announcement.
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Often appears as...

  • profound change
  • profound impact

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Extent of Effect

Use 'profound' to describe something with a significant and widespread impact.

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His innovation had a profound effect on the industry.
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Emotional Depth

'Profound' can express deep emotions or a strong, often soul-stirring, experience.

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She felt a profound sense of loss.
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Not Surface Level

Indicates that the greatness or importance is not superficial but very deep and substantial.

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The book offers profound insights into human behavior.
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