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View usage for: (prəfʌndɪti) Word forms: plural profundities1. uncountable nounProfundity is great intellectual depth and understanding. The profundity of this book is achieved with breathtaking lightness. [+ of] 2. uncountable nounIf you refer to the profundity of a feeling, experience, or change, you mean that it is deep, powerful, or serious. ...the profundity of the structural problems besetting the country. [+ of] Synonyms: intensity, strength, depth, seriousness More Synonyms of profundity 3. countable nounA profundity is a remark that shows great intellectual depth and understanding. His work is full of profundities and asides concerning the human condition. More Synonyms of profundity profundity in American English (proʊˈfʌndəti; prəˈfʌndəti) nounWord forms: plural proˈfundities1. depth, esp. great depth 3. a profound idea, matter, etc. Word origin ME profundite < MFr < LL profunditasExamples of 'profundity' in a sentenceprofundity the profundity of this book Synonyms learning penetration erudition acuity perceptiveness perspicuity the profundity of the problems besetting the country Additional synonymsDefinition the ability to make good decisions Her sharp business acumen meant she quickly rose to the top. Synonyms judgment, intelligence, perception, wisdom, insight, wit, ingenuity, sharpness, cleverness, keenness, shrewdness, discernment, perspicacity (formal), sagacity, smartness, smarts (slang, US), astuteness, acuteness, perspicuityDefinition the quality of having a high degree of knowledge, insight, and understanding His writing has a depth that will outlast him. Synonyms insight, intelligence, wisdom, penetration, profundity, acuity, discernment, perspicacity (formal), sagacity, astuteness, profoundness, perspicuityDefinition intensity of emotion or feeling I am well aware of the depth of feeling that exists in the town. Synonyms strength, intensity, seriousness, severity, extremity, keenness, intenseness Nearby words ofprofundity - profligate
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Additional synonymsDefinition an unacceptable or extreme nature or degree his lack of restraint in the extremity of his grief Synonyms depth, height, excess, climax, consummation, acutenessDefinition the ability to understand, learn, and think things out quickly She's a woman of exceptional intelligence. Synonyms intellect, understanding, brains (informal), mind, reason, sense, knowledge, capacity, smarts (slang, US), judgment, wit, perception, awareness, insight, penetration, comprehension, brightness, aptitude, acumen, nous (British, slang), alertness, cleverness, quickness, discernment, grey matter (informal), brain power Definition keen insight or perception Synonyms perception, insight, wit, sharpness, keenness, shrewdness, discernment, perspicacity (formal), astuteness, acutenesshis extraordinary political perspicacity Synonyms insight, discrimination, penetration, acumen, smarts (slang, US), wit, sharpness, suss (slang), keenness, shrewdness, discernment, sagacity, acuteness, perceptiveness, percipience, perspicuity, perspicaciousness, sagaciousness a person of great sagacity and immense experience Synonyms wisdom, shrewdness, understanding, sense, insight, penetration, prudence, foresight, sharpness, discernment, perspicacity (formal), knowingness, astuteness, acuteness, canniness, judiciousness, sapienceHe was sickened by the severity of the sentence. Synonyms strictness, seriousness, harshness, austerity, rigour, toughness, hardness, stringency, sternness, severeness Definition degree of intensity or concentration of colour, light, sound, or flavour He was surprised at the strength of his own feeling. Synonyms force, power, intensity, energy, depth, vehemence, intenseness Definition the ability to use one's experience and knowledge to make sensible decisions or judgments a woman respected for her wisdom and insight Synonyms understanding, learning, knowledge, intelligence, smarts (slang, US), judgment, insight, enlightenment, penetration, comprehension, foresight, erudition, discernment, sagacity, sound judgment, sapience |