Meaning of the word deepening in English

What does deepening mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

deepening

US /ˈdiː.pən.ɪŋ/
UK /ˈdiː.pən.ɪŋ/

Adjective

becoming more intense, profound, or serious

Example:
The deepening crisis required immediate attention.
There was a deepening silence in the room.

Noun

the process of becoming more intense, profound, or serious

Example:
The deepening of their friendship was evident over time.
We observed a gradual deepening of colors in the sunset.
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