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Depth
01
the distance below the top surface of something
Examples
The depth of the ocean is immeasurable in some areas.
02
the quality of thought or emotion showing great insight or understanding
Examples
Her speech showed real depth of feeling.
03
the state or quality of being profound, strong, or intense
Examples
The depth of his anger was startling.
04
the mental capacity for thorough and penetrating thought
Examples
The professor 's depth of insight inspired his students.
05
a state of extreme moral corruption, degradation, or despair
Examples
The novel depicts the depths of human depravity.
06
the characteristic that gives an artwork or picture a three-dimensional aspect
Examples
The artist used shading and perspective to create a sense of depth in the landscape painting, making the mountains appear distant and majestic.
