profundity

noun

pro·​fun·​di·​ty prə-ˈfən-də-tē How to pronounce profundity (audio)
plural profundities
1
a
: intellectual depth
b
: something profound or abstruse
2
: the quality or state of being profound or deep

Examples of profundity in a Sentence

the profundity of his thoughts Her books are a mixture of playfulness and profundity. the depth and profundity of her feelings
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Everything is Going to Be Alright offers a fresh perspective on contemporary art, blending humor and profundity to create an engaging environment that resonates with audiences of all ages. Lee Sharrock, Forbes.com, 13 May 2025 Fielder wants to show you all its silly nonsense by pulling a bunch of silly nonsense — and yet, at the same time, squeeze out some actual profundity. Scott Tobias, Vulture, 21 Apr. 2025 Being a mother and having a mother are also two of the most profound experiences a person can have, and profundity is rarely uncomplicated. Ellen Cushing, The Atlantic, 7 May 2025 Ozon goes from virtue-signaling to unsentimental profundity. Armond White, National Review, 11 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for profundity

Word History

Etymology

Middle English profundite, from Latin profunditat-, profunditas depth, from profundus

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Time Traveler
The first known use of profundity was in the 15th century

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“Profundity.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/profundity. Accessed 9 Jun. 2025.

Kids Definition

profundity

noun
pro·​fun·​di·​ty prə-ˈfən-dət-ē How to pronounce profundity (audio)
plural profundities
1
: great knowledge or understanding
2
: something profound

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