profoundness

noun

Definition of profoundnessnext
as in depth
the quality of being great in extent (as of insight) we were struck by the profoundness of his observations on the ultimate meaning of life

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  1. depth
  2. profundity
  3. brilliance
Noun
  • Her work addresses important contemporary topics with empathy and depth.
    — Jeryl Brunner, Forbes, 23 Mar. 2025
  • Indeed, the group appears to almost frolic through their proverbial forest, weaving geometric patterns through one another and among white fabric panels which give depth to Cessa’s projections.
    — Lauren Warnecke, Chicago Tribune, 22 Mar. 2025
Definition of depth
Noun
  • In quieter moments, which are few and far between, the narrative holds subtle profundity on using empathy as a weapon, breaking the cycle of poor parenting, overcoming childhood trauma and turning a bad situation into a brighter one.
    — Courtney Howard, Variety, 29 Jan. 2025
  • Tom’s nagging emptiness does not have a core of profundity, but he’s also not passed off as a comic type (despite hauling out the same story about a bet with Rafael Nadal).
    — Nicolas Rapold, Deadline, 16 Feb. 2025
Definition of profundity
Noun
  • This robust local structure not only nurtures individual brilliance but also reinforces team unity and tactical awareness on the international stage.
    — Sindiswa Mabunda, Forbes.com, 28 Mar. 2025
  • The prevailing impression — reinforced by the disastrous display against Argentina this week — was of a team adrift, occasionally bailed out by individual brilliance but fundamentally nowhere near the level required.
    — Jack Lang, New York Times, 28 Mar. 2025
Definition of brilliance
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“Profoundness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/profoundness. Accessed 1 Apr. 2025.

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