Deep ( adjective , adverb )

(As an adjective)

Deep ( adjective )

1. Extending far downward from a surface or a center.
2. Extending far inward from an outer surface.
3. Having a specified depth.
4. Having a depth greater than average or normal.
5. Reaching or going far down into something.

Origin:

Middle english, from old english dēop; akin to old high german tiop deep, latin profundus.

Examples:

1. The ocean was very deep.
2. She has deep blue eyes.
3. The wound was deep.
4. The snow was deep on the ground.
5. She delved deep into the book.

(As an adverb)

Deep ( adverb )

1. Extending far downward from a surface or a center.
2. Extending far inward from an outer surface.
3. Having a specified depth.
4. Having a depth greater than average or normal.
5. Reaching or going far down into something.

Origin:

Middle english, from old english dēop; akin to old high german tiop deep, latin profundus.

Examples:

1. The ocean was very deep.
2. She has deep blue eyes.
3. The wound was deep.
4. The snow was deep on the ground.
5. She delved deep into the book.