profound
/pɹəˈfaʊnd/
Group 23Difficulty 1/3
Definition
- (adjective)
- Very great or intense; showing great knowledge or insight; very deep GRE
Example in Context
The discovery had profound implications for the field, overturning assumptions that had guided research for half a century.
Synonyms
deepintensemeaningful
Etymology
Something that reaches deep down to the very bottom of understanding.
- pro- (Latin) — for
- fundus (Latin) — bottom
Memory Aid
🔍Sounds like “pro found”
When you’re PROFOUND, you’ve FOUND the secrets of the universe hidden at the BOTTOM!
Visual Association
🌌A wise old owl perched on a tree branch, pondering the mysteries of the universe under a starry sky.
Semantic Clusters
Synonym Groups
Frequently Asked Questions
What does “profound” mean on the GRE?
profound (adjective) means “Very great or intense; showing great knowledge or insight; very deep”. The discovery had profound implications for the field, overturning assumptions that had guided research for half a century.
How to remember “profound” for the GRE?
Mnemonic: “profound” sounds like “pro found”. When you’re PROFOUND, you’ve FOUND the secrets of the universe hidden at the BOTTOM!
What are synonyms for “profound”?
Common synonyms: deep, intense, meaningful.