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Definition of profoundness

profoundness

/prəˈfaʊndnəs/
pro · found · ness
Adverb:profoundly
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Adjective:profound
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• noun

1

The quality or state of having great intellectual depth, deep insight, or far-reaching meaning.

Example

"The quiet profoundness of her poetry left a lasting impression on the entire audience."

2

Great intensity or completeness of a feeling, state, or condition.

Example

"He was struck by the sheer profoundness of the silence in the ancient redwood forest."

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Word Nuance & Usage

While "profoundness" is a valid noun, "profundity" is much more commonly preferred in formal and academic writing to express intellectual depth.

• Rhymes for profoundness

• Nearby Words

proforma
profound
profoundly
profoundness
profundity
profuse
profusely

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in English from the adjective "profound" (from Old French profond and Latin profundus, meaning "deep" or "vast") combined with the native Old English noun-forming suffix "-ness".

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