deeply

word · lemma: deep

/ˈdipɫi/
DEEP-lee
/dˈiːpli/
DEEP-lee

Definition

In a way that is very strong, serious, or intense. It can describe feelings, thought, sleep, breathing, or how strongly something affects someone.

Usage & Nuances

Often used before adjectives and past participles: 'deeply sorry', 'deeply worried', 'deeply disappointed'. It sounds stronger and more formal than 'very' in many contexts. Also common with verbs like 'breathe deeply', 'sleep deeply', and 'be deeply affected'.

Example Sentences

She was deeply sad after the movie.

basic

Please breathe deeply and relax.

basic

I'm deeply sorry for what happened.

natural

Her words deeply affected me.

natural

He slept deeply all night.

basic

He's deeply worried about his daughter.

natural