deeplier

Adverb

deeply (comparative more deeply or (rare) deeplier, superlative most deeply or (rare) deepliest)

1. To a deep extent or degree; very greatly.
   • I am deeply concerned about this matter.
2. So as to extend far down or far into something.
   • The surface of the planet was deeply cratered.
3. At depth.
   • In this part of the river salmon swim deeply.
4. In a profound, not superficial, manner.
   • I thought deeply about the problem.

   Synonyms:

   deep

5. In large volume.
   • breathe deeply, drink deeply
6. Soundly; so as to be hard to rouse.

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