Meaning of the word deeper in English

What does deeper mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

deeper

US /ˈdiːpər/
UK /ˈdiːpər/

Adjective

1.

extending far down from the top or surface

Example:
The well is much deeper than we thought.
She has a deeper understanding of the subject.
2.

more intense or serious

Example:
Their friendship grew deeper over the years.
The crisis plunged the country into deeper despair.

Adverb

to a greater depth

Example:
He dug deeper into the ground.
She looked deeper into his eyes.