Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

depth

noun
/dɛpθ/
Definition
The distance from the top or surface to the bottom of something.
Examples
  • The depth of the pool is seven feet.
  • He had a deep understanding of the subject.
  • The depth of the ocean is staggering.
Meaning
Depth refers to how deep something is, which can relate to both physical measurements and abstract concepts like understanding or complexity.
Synonyms
  • deepness
  • profundity
  • intensity