Deeps — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun plural noun

Meaning & Definition of Deeps

Deeps (noun)

  1. a vast or immeasurable extent, abyss
  2. the extent of surrounding space or time
  3. ocean

Deeps (plural noun)

  1. the deep parts of the ocean

Deeps (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. the most intense or characteristic phase of something

    "the kind of cold weather that we usually have only in the deep of winter"

    similar: depths, heights, middles, midsts, thicks
    related: centers, hearts

  2. an immeasurable depth or space

    "the belief that somewhere in the deep of outer space humankind will meet its ultimate destiny"

    similar: abysms, abysses, chasms, gulfs, oceans
    related: clefts, crevasses, crevices, fissures, caverns, holes, hollows, pits, breadths, expanses, extents, reaches, spreads, stretches, black holes, vacancies, vacuities, vacuums, voids

Related Entry: Deep (noun)

Deep is a different word from Deeps. The synonyms below are for deep, not for deeps.

  1. the most intense or characteristic phase of something

    "the kind of cold weather that we usually have only in the deep of winter"

    similar: depth, height, middle, midst, thick
    related: center, heart

  2. the whole body of salt water that covers nearly three-fourths of the earth

    "sailors exploring the farther reaches of the briny deep"

    similar: blue, brine, Neptune, ocean, sea, seven seas
    related: blue water, high seas, main, waters, basin, Davy Jones's locker, depths

  3. an immeasurable depth or space

    "the belief that somewhere in the deep of outer space humankind will meet its ultimate destiny"

    similar: abysm, abyss, chasm, gulf, ocean
    related: cleft, crevasse, crevice, fissure, cavern, hole, hollow, pit, breadth, expanse, extent, reach, spread, stretch, black hole, emptiness, nothingness, vacancy, vacuity, vacuum, void

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Deeps

The most common words with a similar meaning to Deeps:

depths, heights, middles, midsts, thicks, abysms, abysses, chasms, gulfs, oceans

Related Words for Deeps

centers, hearts, clefts, crevasses, crevices, fissures, caverns, holes, hollows, pits, breadths, expanses, extents, reaches, spreads, stretches, black holes, vacancies, vacuities, vacuums, voids

Origin & Etymology of Deeps

First known use: before 12th century

Words & Phrases Containing Deeps

the deeps

Frequently Asked Questions about Deeps

What does "Deeps" mean?

"Deeps" means a vast or immeasurable extent, abyss. As an a noun and a plural noun, it is defined as: a vast or immeasurable extent, abyss. It has 2 distinct senses.

What is another word for "Deeps"?

Other words for "Deeps" include depths, heights, middles, midsts, thicks, abysms, abysses and chasms. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Deeps" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Deeps"?

There are 31 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Deeps". Common alternatives include depths, heights, middles, midsts, thicks, abysms, abysses, chasms, gulfs and oceans.

How do you use "Deeps" in a sentence?

Examples of "Deeps" in a sentence: "the kind of cold weather that we usually have only in the deep of winter"; "the belief that somewhere in the deep of outer space humankind will meet its ultimate destiny".

Is "Deeps" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Deeps" can be used as a noun and a plural noun, depending on the context.

What is the origin of the word "Deeps"?

First known use: before 12th century.

What is another word for "Deeps" meaning "the most intense or characteristic phase of something"?

When "Deeps" (noun) means the most intense or characteristic phase of something, synonyms include depths, heights, middles, midsts and thicks.

What is another word for "Deeps" meaning "an immeasurable depth or space"?

When "Deeps" (noun) means an immeasurable depth or space, synonyms include abysms, abysses, chasms, gulfs and oceans.