deeply
gb/dˈipli/ us/dˈipli/
B1
English
~ 2400
Senses
0 senses
adverb
B1
quantity
1
to a great extent
Very much or a lot.
Usage pattern:
deeply [verb/adjective]
Common mistake:
Learners sometimes confuse 'deeply' with 'very' in all cases, but 'deeply' is usually used with feelings, emotions, or serious involvement rather than simple adjectives like 'big'.
Synonyms
profoundly (Slightly more formal and often used in academic or serious contexts.)
Antonyms
slightly (Indicates only a small degree or extent, the opposite of 'deeply'.)
Collocations
deeply concerned
|deeply moved
|deeply regret
|deeply involved
|deeply grateful
Themes
emotions
|communication
|daily life
|core_vocabulary
Examples
- She was deeply concerned about the news.
- I deeply regret what I said.
- He is deeply involved in community projects.
- The speech deeply moved the audience.
- They were deeply grateful for the help.
Learner examples
- I am deeply sorry.
- She is deeply happy today.
- He is deeply tired after work.
- We are deeply thankful for your help.
- They are deeply interested in the project.
adverb
B1
relation
2
far below the surface
Far down from the top or surface.
Usage pattern:
deeply [verb] into [something]
Common mistake:
Learners may confuse 'deeply' with 'deep' in this sense; 'deeply' modifies verbs, while 'deep' is an adjective or adverb in some cases.
Synonyms
far down (A plain description of position below a surface.)
Antonyms
shallowly (Near the surface, opposite of far down.)
Collocations
deeply buried
|deeply rooted
|deeply underwater
Themes
nature
|space
|science
|core_vocabulary
Examples
- The treasure was deeply buried under the sand.
- The roots grow deeply into the soil.
- The submarine traveled deeply underwater.
Learner examples
- The box is deeply under the ground.
- The fish swam deeply in the sea.
- The tree is deeply in the earth.
adverb
B2
property
3
with strong sincerity
In a very serious and sincere way.
Usage pattern:
deeply [verb]
Synonyms
earnestly (Implies serious and heartfelt intent, often formal.)
Antonyms
casually (Without serious thought or feeling.)
Collocations
deeply believe
|deeply respect
|deeply value
Themes
emotions
|communication
|core_vocabulary
Examples
- I deeply believe in equal rights.
- They deeply respect their teacher.
- She deeply values her friendships.
Learner examples
- I deeply believe this is true.
- They deeply respect him.
- She deeply values her family.
Grammar
Dictionary form
deeply
IPA
GB/dˈipli/
US/dˈipli/
Syllables & stress
deeply (1 syllable)
Stress on 1st syllable (deeply)
Word forms
Noun
- Base: deeply
- Plural: deeplies
Word family
Expressions
deeply in love
1/dˈipli ˈɪn lˈʌv/
fixed phrase
very much in love
Loving someone very much.
Examples
- They are deeply in love and plan to marry soon.
- She realized she was deeply in love with him.
deeply moved
1/dˈipli mˈuvd/
fixed phrase
greatly affected emotionally
Feeling strong emotions because of something.
Examples
- The audience was deeply moved by the performance.
- He was deeply moved by her kindness.
deeply rooted
1/dˈipli ɹˈutɪd/
fixed phrase
firmly established over time
Existing for a long time and not easy to change.
Examples
- The tradition is deeply rooted in their culture.
- These beliefs are deeply rooted in history.