profound
word
/pɹoʊˈfaʊnd/
proh-FOWND
/pɹəfˈaʊnd/
pruh-FOWND
Definition
Describes something very deep, intense, or having great meaning or importance. It can refer to feelings, thoughts, or effects that are strong and lasting.
Usage & Nuances
"Profound" is formal and used for serious topics: "profound impact", "profound sadness", "profound truth". It is not used for everyday, simple things—use "deep" for less intense situations. Often emphasizes depth in emotion, understanding, or effect.
Spanish: profundo - intensoPortuguese (BR): profundo - intensoPortuguese (PT): profundo - intensoChinese (Simplified): 深刻的 - 意义深远的Chinese (Traditional): 深刻的 - 意義深遠的Hindi: गहरा - अत्यंतArabic: عميق - شديدBengali: গভীর - তীব্র - গভীর অর্থপূর্ণRussian: глубокий - значительный - серьёзныйJapanese: 深い - 意味深いVietnamese: sâu sắc - thâm thúyKorean: 심오한 - 깊은Turkish: derin - çok anlamlıUrdu: گہرا - عمیقIndonesian: mendalam - sangat berarti
Example Sentences
The movie had a profound effect on me.
basic
She felt profound sadness after her loss.
basic
The book is full of profound ideas.
basic
There was a profound silence after he spoke.
natural
His words left a profound impression on everyone in the room.
natural
She has a profound understanding of human nature.
natural