deep
Translation
deep, profound, intense
Examples
The lake is very deep.
The lake is very deep.
She has a deep voice.
She has a deep voice.
He is in a deep sleep.
He is in a deep sleep.
The colour is a deep red.
The color is a deep red.
Grammar Patterns
((...)) deep + noun The deep ocean is mysterious.
((be)) ((...)) to be deep The water is deep here.
Similar Words
Synonyms: profound, low; Antonyms: shallow, superficial
Etymology
From Old English 'dēop', meaning 'deep'. It has Germanic origins.
Memory Tips
Think of a 'deep' sea for physical depth and a 'deep' thought for abstract depth.