Abyss
/ˈæbɪs/
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A extremely deep or infinite space, often associated with the underworld or hell.
/ˈæbɪs/
nounneutralIntermediate
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a deep, immeasurable space, esp. one regarded as the entrance to the underworld
The depth of the ocean's abyss is filled with unknown creatures and geological wonders.
How It's Used
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"The abyss of outer space is full of mysteries and unknowns."
From Old French abisme, from Latin abyssus ‘deep chasm, bottomless pit’, from Greek abussos ‘bottomless’, from a- ‘without’ + bussos ‘bottom’.
Historically, abyss has been used to describe the underworld or hell in religious texts and mythologies.
Memory tip
Imagine a never-ending well that goes deeper than you can see.
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