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deepest

|deep-est|

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/ˈdiːpɪst/

(deep)

profound depth

Base FormComparativeSuperlativeNounAdverb
deepdeeperdeepestdepthdeeply
Etymology
Etymology Information

'deep' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'dēop', where 'dēop' meant 'profound or intense'.

Historical Evolution

'dēop' changed from Old English word 'dēop' and eventually became the modern English word 'deep'.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'profound or intense', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'extending far down from the top or surface'.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

superlative form of 'deep'.

The Mariana Trench is the deepest part of the ocean.

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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45