Synonyms for Deep

Definition of deep

adverb
  1. to a great depth;far down; "dived deeply"; "dug deep"
  2. to an advanced time; "deep into the night"; "talked late into the evening"
  3. to a great distance; "penetrated deep into enemy territory"; "went deep into the woods"

20 synonyms found

Writing tips for "deep"

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"Deep" in song lyrics

See how deep is used in real songs:

  • "I know you like the 'what', 'cause you get deep"
    2nd II None f/ Playa Hamm — Pawdy
  • "Creep, I never sleep, cause I'm livin too deep"
    3rd Eye — If it Ain't Rough it Ain't Right
  • "Ain't no shame in my game, I gets deep"
    4 Deep — Buck Naked Lover

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