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

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 notes

In plain EnglishThe act or process of something getting deeper or more serious over time.

Word forms

deepenings plural

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Rhymes for deepening

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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.