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Definition of profoundly

profoundly

/proʊˈfaʊnd.li/
pro · found · ly
Adjective:profound
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• adverb

1

To an extreme, intense, or deeply felt degree; thoroughly or completely.

Example

"The community was profoundly grateful for the generous support following the storm."

2

In a manner displaying great intellectual depth, wisdom, or keen insight.

Example

"The philosopher wrote profoundly about the nature of human consciousness and ethics."

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profoundness
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profuse

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed from the adjective 'profound' and the adverbial suffix '-ly'. 'Profound' derives via Old French from the Latin 'profundus' ('deep, vast'), combining 'pro-' ('before, forth') and 'fundus' ('bottom').

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Profoundly. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/profoundly
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