noun
Uncommon
deepening
Deepening (noun) means the process of becoming deeper, more intense, or more serious. Example: “Analysts warned of a deepening of the trade dispute.”
noun
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The process of becoming deeper, more intense, or more serious.
"Analysts warned of a deepening of the trade dispute."
"The deepening of the wound worried the doctors."
How to use deepening
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishThe act or process of something getting deeper or more serious over time.
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Word forms
- Plural
- deepenings
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Analysts warned of a _____ of the trade dispute.
Rhymes for deepening
evening
opening
widening
awakening
happening
weakening
deafening
maddening
listening
gardening
sickening
fattening
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Frequently asked questions
What does “deepening” mean?
The word “deepening” means the process of becoming deeper, more intense, or more serious. In plain terms, the act or process of something getting deeper or more serious over time.
How do you use “deepening” in a sentence?
Here is “deepening” used in a sentence: “Analysts warned of a deepening of the trade dispute.”
What part of speech is “deepening”?
“Deepening” is a noun.
Is “deepening” a common word?
“Deepening” is an uncommon word in modern English.
