profundity

/ˈprɒfʌn.dɪ.ti/

Definitions

1. noun

The state or quality of being profound; great depth or severity of thought, expression, or emotion; a deep or complex quality.

“The philosopher’s work was known for its profundity and depth of thought.”

2. noun

The quality of being very difficult to understand; a subject that requires a lot of thought or study.

“The professor explained the concept with the utmost profundity, leaving many students confused.”

3. noun

A person with great understanding or insight.

“The writer was a man of great profundity, able to convey complex ideas with clarity.”

Synonyms

  • profundeness
  • abstruseness
  • intricacy

Antonyms

  • shallowness
  • superficiality