deeply

American  

[deep-lee] / ˈdip li /

adverb

1. at or to a considerable extent downward; well within or beneath a surface.

2. to a thorough extent or profound degree.

   deeply pained; deeply committed.

   Synonyms:

   acutely, intensely, thoroughly, greatly

3. with depth of color, tone, sound, etc.

4. with great cunning, skill, and subtlety.

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Etymology

Origin of deeply

First recorded before 900; Middle English deply, Old English dēoplīce, derivative of dēoplīc (adjective), from dēop deep + -līc(e) -ly

Example Sentences

When oxygen from the bloodstream or surrounding air cannot reach the deeper layers of tissue, a condition called hypoxia develops.

From Science Daily

The NFL said they were "deeply saddened" by the "tragic passing" of Moore.

From BBC

But she said the Fair Plan deeply empathizes with wildfire survivors and is committed to handling each claim with compassion, integrity and full compliance with all laws.

From The Wall Street Journal

"While the recent events involving Andrew are deeply, deeply troubling, we must keep perspective," another source close to the family said.

From BBC

"While Rondale had been a member of the Vikings for a short time, he was someone we came to know well and care about deeply," O'Connell said in a statement.

From Barron's

Related Words

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