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fathomless

Pronunciation: [ˈfɑːθəm.ləs]

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Context: "depth"

(adjective) when something is so deep that you can't measure or understand it completely. Imagine looking into a very deep ocean and not being able to see the bottom; that's what fathomless feels like.

Example

The fathomless ocean seemed to stretch on forever, inviting adventure.

Example

The water in the pool was not fathomless; it was only five feet deep.

Example

How fathomless do you think the lake is?

Context: "emotions"

(adjective) when feelings or ideas are so intense or complex that they are difficult to understand. Think of feelings that are deeper than you can explain, like love or sadness that feels endless.

Example

He felt a fathomless joy when he saw his family again.

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Her happiness was not fathomless; it faded away quickly after the party.

Example

Can you describe the fathomless sadness you sometimes feel?

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