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Depth

UK /["/depθ/"]/US /["/depθ/"]/

Definition

the distance from the top or surface to the bottom of something; a particular distance down from the surface of something

In simple words: How deep something is or the distance down from the top.

Examples

  • The depth of the ocean can be hard to comprehend.
  • She spoke with great depth about her experiences.
  • The scientist measured the depth of the lake using sonar equipment.
  • The depth of the team's knowledge impressed their coach.
  • To understand the depth of a problem, one must analyze all factors.
  • He dove into the water, eager to explore the depth beneath the surface.

Usage notes

Use 'depth' in both literal and figurative contexts, such as talking about sea depth or emotional depth. It's suitable in academic and everyday conversations but may feel too formal in casual chats.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of 'depth' like a 'deep breath'—it’s all about going down.

Collocations

  • considerable
  • great
  • maximum
  • plumb
  • plunge into
  • reach
  • perception
  • at depth
  • at a depth of
  • from a depth of
  • the depths
  • the depths of the ocean
  • the depths of the sea
  • considerable
  • great
  • maximum
  • plumb
  • plunge into
  • reach
  • perception
  • at depth
  • at a depth of
  • from a depth of
  • the depths
  • the depths of the ocean
  • the depths of the sea
  • considerable
  • great
  • black
  • plumb
  • plunge to
  • reach
  • in depth
  • out of your depth
  • depths of
  • depth of emotion
  • depth of feeling
  • considerable
  • great
  • black
  • plumb
  • plunge to
  • reach
  • in depth
  • out of your depth
  • depths of
  • depth of emotion
  • depth of feeling
  • considerable
  • great
  • maximum
  • plumb
  • plunge into
  • reach
  • perception
  • at depth
  • at a depth of
  • from a depth of
  • the depths
  • the depths of the ocean
  • the depths of the sea

Synonyms

  • deepness
  • depthness
  • profoundness
  • extent
  • level

Antonyms

  • height
  • shallowness

Common mistakes

  • Confusing with 'deep' as an adjective.
  • Using 'dept' as a misspelling.
  • Omitting measurements when referring to depth.