profoundly
- 01 B2 Upper Intermediate
very much; used to show that a feeling or quality is extremely strong.
to a very great or intense degree; used to modify adjectives or verbs related to feelings and states of being.
Simple“The news of his friend's recovery moved him profoundly.”
In context“The speaker's personal account of the tragedy was profoundly moving, leaving the entire audience in a state of reflective silence.”
Antonyms - 02 C1 Advanced
in a way that changes the most important parts of something.
in a manner that affects the fundamental nature or essence of something; used to describe systemic or structural shifts.
Simple“The internet has profoundly changed the way we communicate with each other.”
In context“The discovery of the new manuscript has profoundly altered our understanding of the poet's early development and political leanings.”
SynonymsAntonyms - 03 C2 Proficiency
in a way that shows deep thought or great knowledge.
in a way that demonstrates deep insight or intellectual depth.
Simple“She spoke profoundly about the meaning of life and happiness.”
In context“He wrote profoundly on the intersection of ethics and technology, challenging readers to consider the long-term consequences of their innovations.”
SynonymswiselyinsightfullyAntonymsshallowly
Usage profoundly affect · profoundly influence
“The things that once felt urgent often fall away, while relationships, memories, unfinished conversations and the question of what we leave behind become profoundly important.”
“For modern health, they highlight how profoundly our diets and lifestyles alter our teeth in ways that set us apart from other primates.”
From Middle English profoundly, profoundely, equivalent to profound + -ly.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.