Meaning of the word profundity in English

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profundity

US /prəˈfʌn.də.t̬i/
UK /prəˈfʌn.də.ti/

Noun

1.

deep insight or understanding; great depth of knowledge or thought

Example:
The philosopher's lecture was full of profundity.
Her latest novel explores themes of love and loss with remarkable profundity.
2.

a statement or idea that shows great depth of thought or insight

Example:
He often surprised us with unexpected moments of profundity.
The poem contained several lines of great profundity.