Is profoundly formal or informal?

It is fairly formal. You will see it often in writing, speeches, and academic English.

What is the difference between profoundly and deeply?

Profoundly is usually stronger and more serious. Deeply is more common in everyday English.

Can I use profoundly with feelings?

Yes. It often describes strong feelings like gratitude, sadness, or regret.

Is profoundly used in business writing?

Yes, especially when describing major effects or serious changes.

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profoundly

/prəˈfaʊnd.li/

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adverb

In a very deep or strong way. It often describes feelings, ideas, beliefs, or changes that are serious and important.

She was profoundly grateful for his help.
The speech profoundly changed my opinion.
We were profoundly affected by the news.

Adinary Nuance

Profoundly is stronger and more serious than deeply in many contexts. It often sounds formal and is common in writing, speeches, and academic English. Use it when you mean something has a strong, important, or far-reaching effect.

In other languages

Vietnamese: sâu sắc
Spanish: profundamente
Chinese: 深深地
Japanese: 深く
Korean: 깊이

Etymology

From profound, which came into English from Latin profundus, meaning “deep.” The adverb appeared in English later, following the adjective.

Common phrases

profoundly affectedprofoundly gratefulprofoundly importantprofoundly changed

Synonyms

deeply strongly greatly intensely

Related words

profound deep seriously significantly

Frequently asked questions

Is profoundly formal or informal?: It is fairly formal. You will see it often in writing, speeches, and academic English.
What is the difference between profoundly and deeply?: Profoundly is usually stronger and more serious. Deeply is more common in everyday English.
Can I use profoundly with feelings?: Yes. It often describes strong feelings like gratitude, sadness, or regret.
Is profoundly used in business writing?: Yes, especially when describing major effects or serious changes.