in depth
8 synonyms and 4 antonyms for in depth, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adverb — Thoroughly and in detail, covering all the important aspects of something.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Synonyms by Meaning
1. adverb
Thoroughly and in detail, covering all the important aspects of something.
“We looked at the contract in depth before signing anything.”
Opposites
How to use in depth
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
in-depth analysis
in-depth interview
study something in depth
Neutral; common in journalism, education and business writing.
Frequently asked questions
Is it in depth or in-depth?
Hyphenate it before a noun (an in-depth analysis) and leave it open after the verb (we analysed it in depth). This is the standard rule for compound modifiers.
What is the difference between in depth and in detail?
They overlap heavily. In detail stresses that many particulars are included; in depth stresses that the treatment goes beneath the surface to causes and implications, so a short piece can still be in depth.
Can something be too in depth?
Yes, and that is a normal criticism in writing and presentations: coverage that goes deeper than the audience needs. In that case, a summary with the detail in an appendix usually works better.
