B2adverb 2K

Deeply

UK /["/ˈdiːpli/"]/ US /["/ˈdiːpli/"]/ Pronunciation

Definition

very; very much

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In simple words: In a strong or serious way.

Examples

• She felt deeply moved by the speech.
• He was deeply invested in the success of the project.
• The ocean is deeply blue, almost mesmerizing.
• They slept deeply after the long hike.
• She cared deeply about her friends and family.

Usage notes

Used to emphasize feelings or thoughts. Appropriate in both spoken and written contexts. Avoid in overly casual settings.

Grammar pattern

deeply + adverb/adjective

Memory hint

Think of diving deep into feelings or thoughts.

Collocations

• deeply concerned
• deeply rooted
• deeply moved
• deeply involved

Synonyms

• profoundly
• intensely
• thoroughly
• thoroughly
• thoroughly

Antonyms

• superficially
• shallowly

Common mistakes

• Using 'deeply' with wrong adverbs (e.g., 'deeply quick').
• Confusing 'deeply' with 'deep' as an adjective.
• Overusing in informal conversations where simpler words like 'very' are more natural.