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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.
The archaeologists dug to a depth of six meters to uncover ancient artifacts buried beneath the earth.
02
the quality of thought or emotion showing great insight or understanding
Examples
Her speech showed real depth of feeling.
The novel impressed critics with its emotional depth.
03
the state or quality of being profound, strong, or intense
Examples
The depth of his anger was startling.
She was struck by the depth of their devotion.
04
the mental capacity for thorough and penetrating thought
Examples
The professor 's depth of insight inspired his students.
She approached the problem with great intellectual depth.
05
a state of extreme moral corruption, degradation, or despair
Examples
The novel depicts the depths of human depravity.
He fell into the depths of addiction and crime.
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.
The sculpture 's use of light and shadow added depth to its form, giving it a lifelike appearance despite being made of marble.
