tiefgreifend
Translation
profound, far-reaching, radical, fundamental
Examples
Die Reform hatte tiefgreifende Auswirkungen.
The reform had far-reaching effects.
Das ist eine tiefgreifende Veränderung für die Gesellschaft.
This is a profound change for society.
Grammar Patterns
((Adjective)) + ((Noun)) profound... That is a profound change.
Similar Words
Synonyms: radical, fundamental; Antonyms: superficial
Etymology
From 'tief' (deep) + 'greifen' (to grasp, reach). It literally means 'deep-grasping' or 'deep-reaching', implying a strong effect on the core of something.
Memory Tips
Think of something that 'grasps deeply' (tief greifen) into a matter, affecting its very foundation.