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depth
[depth]
noun
a dimension taken through an object or body of material, usually downward from an upper surface, horizontally inward from an outer surface, or from top to bottom of something regarded as one of several layers.
the quality of being deep; deepness.
complexity or obscurity, as of a subject.
a question of great depth.
I don't think you recognize the depth of the problem.
Synonyms: , , ,emotional profundity.
the depth of someone's feelings.
intensity, as of silence, color, etc.
lowness of tonal pitch.
the depth of a voice.
the amount of knowledge, intelligence, wisdom, insight, feeling, etc., present in a person's mind or evident either in some product of the mind, as a learned paper, argument, work of art, etc., or in the person's behavior.
a high degree of such knowledge, insight, etc.
Often depths a deep part or place.
from the depths of the ocean.
an unfathomable space; abyss.
the depth of time.
Sometimes depths the farthest, innermost, or extreme part or state.
the depth of space;
the depths of the forest;
the depths of despair.
Usually depths. a low intellectual or moral condition.
How could he sink to such depths?
the part of greatest intensity, as of night or winter.
Sports.the strength of a team in terms of the number and quality of its substitute players.
With no depth in the infield, an injury to any of the regulars would be costly.
depth
/ ɛθ /
noun
the extent, measurement, or distance downwards, backwards, or inwards
the quality of being deep; deepness
intensity or profundity of emotion or feeling
profundity of moral character; penetration; sagacity; integrity
complexity or abstruseness, as of thought or objects of thought
intensity, as of silence, colour, etc
lowness of pitch
nautical the distance from the top of a ship's keel to the top of a particular deck
(often plural) a deep, far, inner, or remote part, such as an inaccessible region of a country
(often plural) the deepest, most intense, or most severe part
the depths of winter
(usually plural) a low moral state; demoralization
how could you sink to such depths?
(often plural) a vast space or abyss
in water deeper than one is tall
beyond the range of one's competence or understanding
thoroughly or comprehensively See also in-depth
Other 51Թ Forms
- depthless adjective
51Թ History and Origins
51Թ History and Origins
Origin of depth1
Idioms and Phrases
in depth, extensively or thoroughly.
Make a survey in depth of the conditions.
out of / beyond one's depth,
in water deeper than one's height or too deep for one's safety.
beyond one's knowledge or capability.
The child is being taught subjects that are beyond his depth.
Example Sentences
I was lucky enough to see him at a party in central London recently, where I got a sneak preview of the new album - a blend of his signature pop-punk and emotional depth.
“Once a new taste captures the public's interest, there's an incredible drive to explore its nuances in depth. Chocolate has recently captured that attention, leading to widespread experimentation and a vibrant chocolate scene.”
Australia head coach Andrew McDonald acknowledged there are "some decisions to make" and "relevant questions around our batting and bowling depth".
In many ways Bavuma embodies a group of South African players who might lack some of the stardust of previous teams but showed here they have character, depth and unity.
He was found face down in the middle of the small pool, with the depth at that point being about 0.8 metres.
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Definitions and idiom definitions from Dictionary.com Unabridged, based on the Random House Unabridged Dictionary, © Random House, Inc. 2023
Idioms from The American Heritage® Idioms Dictionary copyright © 2002, 2001, 1995 by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing Company. Published by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing Company.
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