Deepening
/ˈdiːpənɪŋ/
Definitions
2 meaningsTo make or become deeper or more intense.
/ˈdiːpənɪŋ/
Making something more profound or intense.
The conversation was deepening as they discussed their personal lives.
💡 Simply: Imagine you're making a swimming pool deeper. Or, like when your friendship gets stronger and you know your friend better.
👶 For kids: To make something go down farther or to make something stronger, like a feeling.
More Examples
The economic crisis is deepening the financial woes of many families.
Her understanding of the subject is deepening with each new study.
How It's Used
"The author's exploration of the characters' motivations is deepening the narrative."
"Therapy is often a process of deepening self-awareness."
The process of becoming or making something more intense or profound.
/ˈdiːpənɪŋ/
The process of becoming deeper or more intense.
The deepening economic recession is affecting global markets.
💡 Simply: The situation is getting more intense or more complex.
👶 For kids: When something gets deeper or stronger, like when the hole gets deeper.
More Examples
A deepening appreciation for art developed over time.
The deepening mystery intrigued the detective.
How It's Used
"The deepening crisis in the region is a cause for concern."
"There was a deepening sense of unease among the crowd."
Idioms & expressions
deepening the bond
Strengthening a relationship.
"Spending quality time together is a way of deepening the bond between family members."
deepening involvement
To become more involved in something.
"The company is considering deepening its involvement in the project."
From Middle English *deepen*, from Old English *dēopan* (to deepen), from *dēop* (deep).
The word has been used since the late 14th century, originating from the verb 'deepen'. Its usage reflects the evolution of the concept of depth and intensity across various contexts.