Abyss Meaning in English
word
/əˈbɪs/
uh-BIS
/ɐbˈɪs/
uh-BIS
Definition
A deep or seemingly bottomless hole, space, or gulf; can also mean a situation of great danger, sadness, or uncertainty.
Usage & Nuances
Used in both literal (physical depth) and figurative (emotional/mental states) senses. Often found in formal, literary, or poetic contexts. Common phrases: 'stare into the abyss,' 'an abyss of despair.' Not used for small holes or shallow spaces.
Spanish: abismoPortuguese (BR): abismoPortuguese (PT): abismoChinese (Simplified): 深渊Chinese (Traditional): 深淵Hindi: गर्त, अथाह गहराईArabic: هاويةBengali: গহ্বর - অতলRussian: безднаJapanese: 深淵（しんえん）Vietnamese: vực thẳmKorean: 심연Turkish: uçurumUrdu: پاتال - گہری کھائیIndonesian: jurang - lubang yang sangat dalam
Example Sentences
The climbers stood at the edge of the abyss.
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A huge abyss opened after the earthquake.
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Sometimes I feel lost in an abyss of confusion.
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She stared into the abyss, her mind racing with fear.
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After losing his job, he felt like he was falling into an abyss.
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The deal collapsed, leaving the company at the edge of an economic abyss.
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