Chasm (noun)

1. A deep, narrow gap or crevice, especially in the earth's surface.
2. A large difference or divide, especially between two groups or ideas.
3. A wide gap or space between two things, especially where they ought to be close together.

Origin:

Derived from the latin word 'chasma' meaning a gaping hollow, the term 'chasm' has been in use since the 16th century.

Examples:

1. The chasm was so deep that it was impossible to see the bottom.
2. The chasm between the rich and the poor was growing wider every day.
3. The chasm in the earth's surface was caused by an earthquake.
4. The chasm in the road made it difficult for vehicles to pass.
5. The chasm between the two political parties seemed impossible to bridge.