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depth D0147800 (dĕpth)n.1. The condition or quality of being deep.2. a. The extent, measurement, or dimension downward, backward, or inward: dove to a depth of 30 feet; shelves with enough depth to store the large boxes.b. The measurement or sense of distance from an observation point, such as linear perspective in painting.3. often depths A deep part or place: the ocean depths; in the depths of the forest.4. a. The most profound or intense part or stage: the depth of despair; an experience that touched the depths of tragedy.b. Intensity; force: had not realized the depth of their feelings for one another.5. The severest or worst part: in the depth of an economic depression.6. A low point, level, or degree: Production has fallen to new depths.7. Intellectual complexity or penetration; profundity: a novel of great depth.8. The range of one's understanding or competence: I am out of my depth when it comes to cooking.9. Strength held in reserve, especially a supply of skilled or capable replacements: a team with depth at every position.10. The degree of richness or intensity: depth of color.11. Lowness in pitch.12. Complete detail; thoroughness: the depth of her research; an interview conducted in great depth. [Middle English depthe, from dep, deep; see deep.]depth (dɛpθ) n1. the extent, measurement, or distance downwards, backwards, or inwards2. the quality of being deep; deepness3. (Psychology) intensity or profundity of emotion or feeling4. profundity of moral character; penetration; sagacity; integrity5. complexity or abstruseness, as of thought or objects of thought6. intensity, as of silence, colour, etc7. lowness of pitch8. (Nautical Terms) nautical the distance from the top of a ship's keel to the top of a particular deck9. (often plural) a deep, far, inner, or remote part, such as an inaccessible region of a country10. (often plural) the deepest, most intense, or most severe part: the depths of winter. 11. (usually plural) a low moral state; demoralization: how could you sink to such depths?. 12. (often plural) a vast space or abyss13. beyond one's depth out of one's depth a. in water deeper than one is tallb. beyond the range of one's competence or understanding14. in depth thoroughly or comprehensively. See also in-depth[C14: from dep deep + -th1]depth (dɛpθ) n. 1. a dimension taken through an object or body of material, usu. downward or inward. 2. the quality of being deep; deepness. 3. complexity or obscurity: a question of great depth. 4. gravity; seriousness. 5. emotional profundity: the depth of one's feelings. 6. intensity, as of silence or color. 7. lowness of tonal pitch: the depth of a voice. 8. the amount of a person's intelligence, wisdom, insight, etc. 9. Often, depths. a deep part or place. 10. an unfathomable space; abyss: the depth of time. 11. Sometimes, depths. the farthest, innermost, or extreme part or state: the depths of the forest. 12. Usu., depths. a low intellectual or moral condition: How could he sink to such depths? 13. the part of greatest intensity, as of night or winter. 14. the strength of a team's lineup of substitute players. Idioms: 1. in depth, extensively; thoroughly. 2. out of or beyond one's depth, beyond one's knowledge or capability. [1350–1400; Middle English depthe=dep deep + -the -th1] depthIn maritime/hydrographic use, the vertical distance from the plane of the hydrographic datum to the bed of the sea, lake, or river.DepthSee also heights. bathometer, bathymeterOceanography. a device for ascertaining the depth of water.bathyclinographa device for ascertaining vertical currents in the deeper parts of the sea.bathymetrythe measurement of the depths of oceans, seas, or other large bodies of water. — bathymetric, bathymetrical. adj.bathyscaphe, bathyscape, bathyscaphOceanography. a small, modified submarine for deep-sea exploration, usually having a spherical observation chamber fixed under a buoyancy chamber.bathysphereOceanography. a spherical diving apparatus from which to study deep-sea life.bathythermographa device that records the temperature of water as a reflex of depth.benthos1. the depths or bottom of the sea. 2. organic life that inhabits the bottom of the sea.benthoscopean apparatus for surveying the depths or bottom of the sea.ThesaurusNoun | 1. | depth - the extent downward or backward or inward; "the depth of the water"; "depth of a shelf"; "depth of a closet"deepnessextent - the distance or area or volume over which something extends; "the vast extent of the desert"; "an orchard of considerable extent"deepness, profoundness, profundity - the quality of being physically deep; "the profundity of the mine was almost a mile"draught, draft - the depth of a vessel's keel below the surface (especially when loaded)penetration - the depth to which something penetrates (especially the depth reached by a projectile that hits a target)sounding - a measure of the depth of water taken with a sounding lineshallowness - the quality of lacking physical depth; "take into account the shallowness at that end of the pool before you dive" | | 2. | depth - degree of psychological or intellectual profunditydegree, level, grade - a position on a scale of intensity or amount or quality; "a moderate grade of intelligence"; "a high level of care is required"; "it is all a matter of degree"profundity, profoundness - intellectual depth; penetrating knowledge; keen insight; etc; "the depth of my feeling"; "the profoundness of the silence"shallowness, superficiality - lack of depth of knowledge or thought or feeling | | 3. | depth - (usually plural) the deepest and most remote part; "from the depths of darkest Africa"; "signals received from the depths of space"plural, plural form - the form of a word that is used to denote more than oneback of beyond - a very remote and inaccessible place; "you'd have to go to the back of beyond to find one of those"region, part - the extended spatial location of something; "the farming regions of France"; "religions in all parts of the world"; "regions of outer space" | | 4. | depth - (usually plural) a low moral state; "he had sunk to the depths of addiction"plural, plural form - the form of a word that is used to denote more than oneabasement, abjection, degradation - a low or downcast state; "each confession brought her into an attitude of abasement"- H.L.Menchken | | 5. | depth - the intellectual ability to penetrate deeply into ideasdeepness, astuteness, profoundness, profunditysapience, wisdom - ability to apply knowledge or experience or understanding or common sense and insight | | 6. | depth - the attribute or quality of being deep, strong, or intense; "the depth of his breathing"; "the depth of his sighs," "the depth of his emotion"attribute - an abstraction belonging to or characteristic of an entity |
depthnoun1. deepness, drop, measure, extent, profundity, profoundness The fish were detected at depths of more than a kilometre.2. strength, intensity, seriousness, severity, extremity, keenness, intenseness I am well aware of the depth of feeling that exists in the town3. severity, importance, significance, gravity, urgency, moment, weight, danger, seriousness, severeness The country's leadership had underestimated the depth of the crisis.4. insight, intelligence, wisdom, penetration, profundity, acuity, discernment, perspicacity, sagacity, astuteness, profoundness, perspicuity His writing has a depth that will outlast him. insight emptiness, triviality, superficiality, lack of depth or substance5. breadth, range, degree, extent, scope, magnitude, amplitude, comprehensiveness, extensiveness We were impressed with the depth of her knowledge.6. intensity, strength, warmth, richness, brightness, vibrancy, vividness The blue base gives the red paint more depth.7. complexity, intricacy, elaboration, obscurity, abstruseness, reconditeness His music lacks depth.plural noun1. deepest part, middle, midst, remotest part, furthest part, innermost part A sound came from the depths of the forest.2. most intense part, pit, void, abyss, chasm, deepest part, furthest part, bottomless depth a man who had plumbed the depths of despairin depth thoroughly, completely, fully, comprehensively, extensively, inside out, meticulously, intensively, exhaustively, leaving no stone unturned We will discuss these three areas in depth.depthnoun1. The extent or measurement downward from a surface:deepness, drop.2. Something of immeasurable and vast extent.Often used in plural:abysm, abyss, chasm, deep, gulf.3. Exceptionally great concentration, power, or force, especially in activity.Often used in plural:ferociousness, ferocity, fierceness, fury, intensity, pitch, severity, vehemence, vehemency, violence.4. Intellectual penetration or range:deepness, profoundness, profundity.Translationsdepth (depθ) noun1. the distance from the top downwards or from the surface inwards especially if great. Coal is mined at a depth of 1,000 m. 深度 深度2. intensity or strength especially if great. The depth of colour was astonishing; The depth of his feeling prevented him from speaking. 濃度 浓度depths noun plural a part far under the surface or in the middle of something. the depths of the sea; the depths of winter. 深處 深处ˈin-depth adjective (of a survey etc) deep and thorough. an in-depth report on alcoholism. 透徹的 透彻的in depth deeply and thoroughly. I have studied the subject in depth. 深入地 深入地depth
in the depths of (something)In the middle of and wholly consumed by a particularly negative and/or difficult situation or emotional state. The country was in the depths of the worst economic disaster of the last century. While I was in the depths of depression, I found that I couldn't even get out of bed in the morning.See also: depth, offathom the depths of (something)To explore or penetrate the deepest, core meaning or nature of something. The movie hardly fathoms the depths of the human condition, but it's an entertaining picture nonetheless. You really have to fathom the depths of your own imagination to get the most out of reading her latest novel.See also: depth, ofbe out of (one's) depthTo be in a field or situation that exceeds one's knowledge or ability. Of course she's out of her depth with 25 employees reporting to her—she had hardly any supervisory experience before you gave her the job! I asked Alex to consult on this project because it's a bit out of my depth.See also: depth, of, outbeyond (one's) depth1. In water that is too deep for one to swim in. The lifeguard had to save the girl who had gotten beyond her depth in the pool.2. Advanced beyond one's ability to understand or make sense of the subject matter or task at hand. The stuff they're teaching in this advanced math class is beyond my depth.See also: beyond, depthplumb the depths (of something)To experience, understand, explore, or exhibit something in explicit detail or to an extreme degree. These valiant officers plumb the depths of heroism every day that they step foot on our streets. This new study aims to plumb the depths of the relationship between one's mood and one's appetite. I plumbed the depths of grief and despair for years after the death of my son. My hope is that I can now help others who are struggling in similar situations.See also: depth, plumbsink to such depthsTo lower one's ethical standards (or perceived standards) by behaving in a malignant, self-centered, or despicable manner. In the wake of these vicious attacks, it's horrible to think that our fellow citizens could sink to such depths in the name of patriotism. I knew John wasn't the most philanthropic guy around, but I never expected him to sink to such depths.See also: depth, sink, suchfrom the bottom of (one's) heartTruly; sincerely. From the bottom of our hearts, thank you to everyone who has supported our project. I love him from the bottom of my heart, but that doesn't mean I'm blind to his faults.See also: bottom, heart, ofin depthIn thorough and complete detail. Often hyphenated. We discussed the issue in depth, but we still couldn't find a suitable solution. If you want to read more, I have an in-depth review on my website.See also: depthout of (one's) depthIn a field or situation that exceeds one's knowledge or ability. Of course she's out of her depth with 25 employees reporting to her—she had hardly any supervisory experience before you gave her the job! I asked Alex to consult on this project because it's a bit out of my depth.See also: depth, of, outhidden depths1. Robust or complex aspects or characteristics that are not easily noticed or readily apparent. While the film makes no apologies for its graphic, over-the-top violence, there are hidden depths to the characters and their motivations that make this much more than just some schlocky B movie. If you get to know him, you come to realize that his ironic, apathetic public demeanor is on show to hide hidden depths of anguish and insecurity.2. A place or part of something that is hidden away and requires a lot of searching or prior knowledge. I'm hesitant to give my child access to the internet, knowing full well what horrible things lie in its hidden depths. Astronomers have discovered a new solar system in the hidden depths of space.See also: depth, hiddenplumb new depths (of something)To experience, understand, explore, or exhibit something in explicit detail or to an extreme degree. This new study aims to plumb new depths of the relationship between one's mood and one's appetite. I plumbed new depths of grief and despair after the death of my son. These valiant officers plumb new depths of heroism every day that they step foot on our streets.See also: depth, new, plumbfrom the depths of (one's) heartTruly; sincerely. From the depths of our hearts, thank you to everyone who has supported our project. I love him from the depths of my heart, but that doesn't mean I'm blind to his faults.See also: depth, heart, ofbeyond one's depth 1. Lit. in water that is too deep. Sally swam out from the beach until she was beyond her depth. Jane swam out to get her even though it was beyond her depth, too. 2. Fig. beyond one's understanding or capabilities. I'm beyond my depth in calculus class. Poor John was involved in a problem that was really beyond his depth.See also: beyond, depth*out of one's depthFig. involved in something that is beyond one's capabilities. (*Typically: be ~; get ~.) You know, you are really out of your depth in this project. I am sure I am out of my depth in organic chemistry.See also: depth, of, outin depthProfoundly, thoroughly, as in It will take years to cover the entire subject in depth. [Mid-1900s] See also: depthout of one's depthAlso, beyond one's depth. Outside one's understanding or competence, as in He was out of his depth in that advanced calculus class, or The conductor realized that playing the fugue at the right tempo was beyond their depth . This expression alludes to being in water so deep that one might sink. [c. 1600] Also see over one's head. See also: depth, of, outout of your depth COMMON If you are out of your depth, you do not have the experience or skill to deal with the situation you are in. You may feel out of your depth on an honours degree course. The team struggled for 90 embarrassing minutes, hopelessly out of their depth. Note: This expression refers to someone who is in deep water but cannot swim very well, or cannot swim at all. See also: depth, of, outplumb the depths 1. If someone's behaviour plumbs the depths, it is extremely bad. This crime plumbs the very depths of the abyss into which it is possible for the human spirit to sink.2. If you plumb the depths of something, you find out everything you can about it. He doesn't plumb the depths of a text in the way of his contemporaries. We can never fully plumb the depths of the unconscious.3. If someone plumbs the depths of an unpleasant or difficult situation or emotion, they experience it to an extreme degree. They frequently plumb the depths of loneliness, humiliation and despair. Note: The above expressions relate to sailing in former times. When a ship was in shallow water one of the sailors would find out how deep the water was by dropping a piece of lead on a string, called a `plumb', over the side of the ship. See also: depth, plumbplumb new depths If someone or something plumbs new depths, they behave even worse or are even worse than before. Critics and the public both expected him to plumb new depths of tastelessness. She will be remembered for having plumbed new depths in local government corruption.See also: depth, new, plumbhidden depths admirable but previously unnoticed qualities.See also: depth, hiddenout of your depth unable to cope due to lack of ability or knowledge. Literally, if you are out of your depth you are in water too deep to stand in.See also: depth, of, outplumb the depths 1 reach the extremes of evil or unhappiness. 2 inquire into the most obscure or secret aspects of something.See also: depth, plumbˌin ˈdepth thoroughly: The report treats the subject of homelessness in some depth. ♢ an in-depth analysis, discussion, etc.See also: depthout of your ˈdepth (informal) in a situation that is too difficult for you to deal with or understand: When they start talking about economics, I’m out of my depth.See also: depth, of, outin the depths of something at the worst or most unpleasant stage of something: in the depths of despair, poverty, depression, etc. ♢ in the depths of winterSee also: depth, of, somethingplumb the ˈdepths of something reach the lowest or most extreme point of something: When his friend was killed, he plumbed the depths of despair.Originally, this referred to finding out the depth of the sea, etc. by dropping a weight tied to a rope into the water.See also: depth, of, plumb, somethingplumb the depths, toGet to the bottom of something. This term has been used literally since the first half of the 1500s for measuring the depth of a body of water, using a line weighted with a lead ball, or plumb. Its figurative use came a few decades later and has survived the death of the literal meaning, which gave way to more sophisticated means of measuring. E. W. Gregory used it in The Furniture Collector (1916): “. . . engaged in trying to plumb the depths of duplicity to which dealers can descend in faking old furniture.”See also: plumbdepth
depth Nautical the distance from the top of a ship's keel to the top of a particular deck DepthThe extent, measurement or distance from top to bottom (downward) or from front to back (inward), or an element consisting of several layers.depth[depth] (naval architecture) The vertical distance amidships from the upper surface of the flat plate keel to the underside of the plating of a specified deck at ship's side. (oceanography) The vertical distance from a specified sea level to the sea floor. depthDepth refers to a numerical amount or to distance. See bit depth, color depth and depth of field.depth
depth (depth), 1. Distance from the surface downward. 2. Degree (of understanding of a concept or ability to reason, that is, depth of comprehension). depth (depth) Distance from the surface downward. depth (depth) 1. Distance from the surface downward. 2. Degree (of understanding of a concept or ability to reason, i.e., depth of comprehension). Patient discussion about depthQ. Are long flights dangerous? I'm flying next week to my vacation, and the flight is going to be rather long (almost 16 hours non-stop). Several years ago, my 75 years-old aunt had blood clot in her lung after a flight of similar length. I also heard that during flight the blood in the legs clots and that it can cause after that problems with the lungs and breathing.Does this mean it's dangerous for me to fly? Should I change my ticket to shorter connection flights?A. Do other relatives of yours have blood clotting problems too, like your aunt? You should tell a doctor about the problem your aunt had and ask if it's genetic. Q. How can I prevent blood clots? I am 45 years old and am supposed to go on a business trip overseas. The flight itself is 12 hours long and then I have to continue traveling by bus. Could this cause me to have blood clots? If so, how can I prevent it?A. Always walk as much as you can on the plane. Also, rotate your ankels in circles. Sometimes try to use your ankels and make the alphabet with them. Have fun.. More discussions about depthdepth
DepthThe ability of a security to withstand greater or smaller demand without affecting the price. Deep securities tend to be highly liquid and can be bought or sold in large quantities without their prices greatly moving in either direction. Among the factors affecting depth is the minimum price increment at which trades can be made (the tick size), market transparency, and restrictions on trade due to a futures or option contract on the security.depth Used to refer to a security market's ability to absorb large security purchases or sales without significant price changes. A market's depth is an important consideration in selecting securities to trade and markets in which to trade. See also deep market.depthThe distance between the front and the rear property line of a lot. Because local government rights-of-way for streets and sidewalks may exceed the actual width of the pavement, the lot depth may be less than the visible yard. DEPTH
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See DCS/Personneldepth Related to depth: depth perception, depth psychology, Depth first searchSynonyms for depthnoun deepnessSynonyms- deepness
- drop
- measure
- extent
- profundity
- profoundness
noun strengthSynonyms- strength
- intensity
- seriousness
- severity
- extremity
- keenness
- intenseness
noun severitySynonyms- severity
- importance
- significance
- gravity
- urgency
- moment
- weight
- danger
- seriousness
- severeness
noun insightSynonyms- insight
- intelligence
- wisdom
- penetration
- profundity
- acuity
- discernment
- perspicacity
- sagacity
- astuteness
- profoundness
- perspicuity
Antonyms- emptiness
- triviality
- superficiality
- lack of depth or substance
noun breadthSynonyms- breadth
- range
- degree
- extent
- scope
- magnitude
- amplitude
- comprehensiveness
- extensiveness
noun intensitySynonyms- intensity
- strength
- warmth
- richness
- brightness
- vibrancy
- vividness
noun complexitySynonyms- complexity
- intricacy
- elaboration
- obscurity
- abstruseness
- reconditeness
noun deepest partSynonyms- deepest part
- middle
- midst
- remotest part
- furthest part
- innermost part
noun most intense partSynonyms- most intense part
- pit
- void
- abyss
- chasm
- deepest part
- furthest part
- bottomless depth
phrase in depthSynonyms- thoroughly
- completely
- fully
- comprehensively
- extensively
- inside out
- meticulously
- intensively
- exhaustively
- leaving no stone unturned
Synonyms for depthnoun the extent or measurement downward from a surfaceSynonymsnoun something of immeasurable and vast extentSynonymsnoun exceptionally great concentration, power, or force, especially in activitySynonyms- ferociousness
- ferocity
- fierceness
- fury
- intensity
- pitch
- severity
- vehemence
- vehemency
- violence
noun intellectual penetration or rangeSynonyms- deepness
- profoundness
- profundity
Synonyms for depthnoun the extent downward or backward or inwardSynonymsRelated Words- extent
- deepness
- profoundness
- profundity
- draught
- draft
- penetration
- sounding
- shallowness
noun degree of psychological or intellectual profundityRelated Words- degree
- level
- grade
- profundity
- profoundness
- shallowness
- superficiality
noun (usually plural) the deepest and most remote partRelated Words- plural
- plural form
- back of beyond
- region
- part
noun (usually plural) a low moral stateRelated Words- plural
- plural form
- abasement
- abjection
- degradation
noun the intellectual ability to penetrate deeply into ideasSynonyms- deepness
- astuteness
- profoundness
- profundity
Related Wordsnoun the attribute or quality of being deep, strong, or intenseRelated Words |