Word that have deep meaning

There are many unique words in the English language that have deep meaning. Some of these words can be found in the dictionary, while others may not be as well-known. However, building your vocabulary can help you better understand the world around you and improve your communication skills.

Here are 128 unique words with deep meaning that you can add to your vocabulary:

1. ambiguous
2. apathetic
3. archetype
4. audacity
5. autonomous
6. benefactor
7. benevolent
8. bigotry
9. boisterous
10. bombastic
11. bravado
12. callous
13. camaraderie
14. candid
15. candor
16. capricious
17. censure
18. chagrin
19. coercive
20. collusion
21. compelling
22. contemptuous
23. contentious
24. conundrum
25. cosmopolitan
26. courtesy
27. credulous
28. cynical
29. decentralization
30. decorum
31. defamation
32. deride
33. despondent
34. disdain
35. dissemination
36. dystopia
37. ebullience
38. echelon
39. effervescence
40. eloquence
41. elusive
42. empirical
43. endemic
44. enigma
45. enrapture
46. epiphany
47. epoch
48. erratic
49. ethereal
50. exemplary
51. extradited
52. euphemism
53. extraterrestrial
54. exuberant
55. facetious
56. fallacy
57. fanaticism
58. fatalism
59. fathom
60. fervor
61. heterogeneous
62. homogeneous
63. idolatry 
64. impetuous
65. implausible
66. inane
67. incandescence
68. incongruous
69. ineffable
70. inertia
71. infatuation
72. innocuous
73. insidious
74. integrity
75. iridescent
76. jaded
77. jaunty
78. jovial
79. kinetic
80. lethargic
81. luminescence
82. macabre
83. magnanimous
84. misanthropy
85. magnanimous
86. malevolent
87. misanthropy
88. nefarious
89. nihilism
90. obfuscation
91. obsequious
92. omniscient
93. ostentatious
94. paradigm
95. partisanship
96. pedantic
97. pejorative
98. perspicacious
99. philanthropy
100. platitude
101. polygamy
102. pragmatic
103. precipitous
104. prestige
105. prodigal
106. propaganda
107. quintessential
108. quixotic
109. rambunctious
110. rhetoric
111. serendipity
112. stereotype
113. superficial
114. syzygy
115. transcendentalism
116. ubiquitous
117. unprecedented
118. vacuous
119. vitriol
120. voluptuous
121. wanderlust
122. whimsical
123. xenophobia
124. zealous
125. zesty

Letter A

Ambiguous – able to be interpreted in more than one way; open to more than one interpretation

Example sentence: The ambiguous wording in the contract caused a lot of confusion.

Apathetic – having or showing little or no emotion or interest

Example sentence: After years of being in a toxic relationship, I’ve become quite apathetic towards love.

Archetype – a perfect example of a particular type of person or thing

Example sentence: In many ways, she is the archetype of a strong and independent woman.

Audacity – a willingness to take bold risks

Example sentence: It took a lot of audacity for him to quit his corporate job and start his own business/ he was audacious in quitting his corporate job and starting his own business.

It can also mean that someone is cheeky and disrespectful. For example, if someone cuts in front of you in line, you might say, “That was pretty audacious of them!”

Autonomous – existing independently; not subject to another’s authority

Example sentence: As an autonomous individual, I don’t need anyone’s approval to live my life the way I want to.

Letter B

Benefactor – a person who provides help or financial assistance to another

Example sentence: My benefactor has been helping me pay for my college education.

Benevolent – well-meaning and kindly

Example sentence: The benevolent woman spent her life helping others.

Bigotry – intolerance toward those who hold different opinions from oneself

Example sentence: The bigotry and hatred expressed by some people during the presidential campaign were shocking.

Boisterous – noisy and full of energy

Example sentence: The boisterous party next door kept me up all night.

Bombastic – using language that is complex and intended to impress but insincerely; high-sounding but with little meaning behind the words.

Example sentence: His bombastic speeches were filled with empty promises.

Bravado – a show of boldness or daring, especially when it is false

Example sentence: He talks a lot of tough talk, but it’s all just bravado.

Letter C

Callous – showing or having an insensitive and cruel disregard for others

Example sentence: The callous way she talked about her ex-boyfriends showed that she was not ready for a serious relationship.

Camaraderie – a spirit of friendly, good-fellowship

Example sentence: There’s a strong sense of camaraderie among the employees of this company.

Candid – honest and straightforward; not hiding one’s true feelings or intentions

Example sentence: I appreciate your candid feedback. It helps me to improve my work.

Candor – the quality of being open and honest in expression

Example sentence: I appreciate your candor in telling me that my proposal was not up to your standards.

Capricious – quick to change; often changing suddenly.

Example sentence: The capricious nature of the stock market can make it a risky investment.

Censure – to express strong disapproval; intensely criticize

Example sentence: The company was censured for its unethical business practices.

Chagrin – a feeling of distress, disappointment, or embarrassment caused by the failure of one’s hopes or plans

Example sentence: I felt a great sense of chagrin when I realized that I had made a mistake.

Coercive – using force or threats to persuade someone to do something

Example sentence: The coercive methods used by the government to silence public disagreements is unacceptable.

Collusion – secret agreement or cooperation especially for an illegal or deceitful purpose

Example sentence: The companies were accused of collusion in a government investigation.

Compelling – so attractive, interesting, or important that it is difficult to resist or ignore

Example sentence: The compelling evidence showed that the defendant was guilty.

Contemptuous – feeling or showing a strong dislike for someone or something that you consider to be below you in standard or quality

Example sentence: The bully looked at me with a contemptuous expression on her face.

Contentious – controversial; likely to cause an argument or disagreement

Example sentence: The contentious issue of immigration reform has divided the country.

Conundrum – a confusing and difficult problem or question

Example sentence: The conundrum of how to solve the economic crisis is still unresolved.

Cosmopolitan – having wide international experience or interest; very sophisticated and widely traveled

Example sentence: She’s a cosmopolitan woman who has lived in many different countries.

Courtesy – the quality of showing politeness and good manners

Example sentence: It’s a courtesy to RSVP to a party if you’re planning on attending.

Credulous – too willing to believe that something is true, especially without questioning it or checking it first

Example sentence: He was a credulous child who believed everything he was told.

Cynical: skeptical or distrustful of people because they are considered to be driven by self-interest

Example sentence: The cynical woman didn’t believe anything the politician said.

Letter D

Decentralization – the process of moving power or responsibility away from a central authority

Example sentence: The decentralization of the government has led to more regional conflicts.

Decorum – correct or appropriate behavior or manner

Example sentence: The decorum of the event was disrupted by a group of rowdy protesters.

Defamation – the act or crime of making a false spoken statement about someone that damages their reputation

Example sentence: He was sued for defamation after he made false statements about the victim on social media.

Deride – to speak to or about someone or something in a way that shows you think they are unimportant or have no value

Example sentence: He derided her ideas as being too idealistic.

Despondent – feeling or showing hopelessness and despair

Example sentence: After his business failed, he became despondent and stopped leaving the house.

Disdain – a feeling that someone or something is not worthy of any respect or consideration; contempt

Example sentence: He looked at her with disdain when she told him she had only read one book in the past year.

Dissemination – the act of spreading information or ideas

Example sentence: The dissemination of false information can have dangerous consequences.

Dystopia – an imaginary place where everything is unpleasant or bad, often representing a possible future

Example sentence: The novel is set in a dystopian future where the government controls everything.

Letter E

Ebullience – great happiness, energy and enthusiasm

Example sentence: The ebullience of the crowd was infectious.

Echelon – a level or rank in an organization, profession, or society

Example sentence: She’s at the top echelon of her profession.

Effervescence – the quality of being lively and exciting

Example sentence: The child’s effervescence made her quite popular among her friends.

Eloquence: – the ability to communicate effectively and persuasively

Example sentence: His eloquence was one of the things that made him a successful politician.

Elusive – difficult to find, catch, or achieve

Example sentence: The elusive goal of world peace seems to be getting further and further away.

Empirical – based on actual experience or observation rather than theory

Example sentence: The empirical evidence showed that the theory was correct.

Endemic – existing or occurring naturally in a particular area or environment. This could be a disease, condition, native plant or animal.

Example sentence: Poverty is endemic in this region of the country.

Example 2: Malaria is endemic because it persists in particular regions such as Africa and South Asia.

Enigma – a person or thing that is mysterious or difficult to understand

Example sentence: He’s an enigma – we never know what he will do next.

Enrapture – to fill with great joy or admiration

Example sentence: The child was enraptured by the magic of the circus.

Epiphany – a moment when you suddenly feel that you understand or become aware of something in a new and important way

Example sentence: It was an epiphany for me when I realized that I didn’t have to please everyone all the time.

Epoch – a period of time in history or a person’s life when something significant happens

Example sentence: The Industrial Revolution was an epoch in human history.

Erratic – irregular or unpredictable in behavior or course

Example sentence: Her erratic driving made us all nervous.

Ethereal – very delicate and light in a way that seems too perfect for this world

Example sentence: The ethereal beauty of the snowflakes was breathtaking.

Exemplary – serving as a very good example

Example sentence: Her exemplary behavior made her a role model for other students.

Extradited – surrendered by one state or country to another, typically because the person has been accused or convicted of a crime

Example sentence: The criminal was extradited to the United States to stand trial.

Euphemism – a word or phrase used to avoid saying something that might be considered too direct, offensive or embarrassing

Example sentence: ‘passed away’ is a euphemism for ‘died’

Extraterrestrial – from outside the Earth or its atmosphere

Example sentence: There is no evidence that extraterrestrial life exists.

Exuberant – full of energy and enthusiasm

Example sentence: The exuberant child was bouncing off the walls.

Letter F

Facetious – not serious and often humorous; joking sometimes inappropriately

Example sentence: His facetious comments about the situation were not appreciated by everyone.

Fallacy – a mistaken belief, often held for emotional reasons, that is not based on fact or logic

Example sentence: The fallacy that all immigrants are criminals is sadly all too common.

Fanaticism – excessive enthusiasm and intense devotion to a cause or activity

Example sentence: The fanaticism of the fans was on full display at the game.

Example 2: The mistreatment of women in certain regions represents the worst of religious fanaticism.

Fatalism – the belief that events are predetermined by fate and cannot be changed

Example sentence: Many people have a fatalistic attitude towards life and believe that whatever will be will be.

Fathom – to understand something that is not easy to understand

Example sentence: I can’t fathom why anyone would want to hurt innocent people.

fervor – intense or passionate emotion

Example sentence: The fans’ fervor at the football match was palpable.

Letter H

heterogeneous – consisting of dissimilar or diverse elements

Example sentence: The class was heterogeneous in terms of age, gender, and background.

homogeneous: – of the same kind; alike

Example sentence: The class was homogeneous regarding age, gender, and background.

Letter I

Idolatry – the worship of idols, as though they were God

Example sentence: The idolatry of celebrities is a disturbing trend.

Impetuous – acting or done quickly and without thought or care

Example sentence: She made an impetuous decision to quit her job.

Implausible – not believable; not able to be believed

Example sentence: The implausible story that he told us just didn’t add up.

Inane – silly or pointless

Example sentence: The inane comments that he made were not appreciated by anyone.

incandescence – the state of being white-hot and glowing with intense heat

Example sentence: The incandescence of the sun was too much to look at directly.

Incongruous – not in harmony or keeping with the surroundings or other aspects of something; out of place

Example sentence: The incongruous sight of a penguin in the desert was quite bizarre.

Ineffable – too great or extreme to be described in words

Example sentence: The ineffable beauty of the sunset was breathtaking.

Inertia – a tendency to do nothing or to remain unchanged

Example sentence: The inertia of the company was a major problem.

Infatuation – a feeling of strong or excessive admiration or attraction

Example sentence: He had an infatuation with the movie star.

Innocuous – not harmful or offensive

Example sentence: The innocuous comment was taken the wrong way.

Insidious – seeming harmless but actually very harmful

Example sentence: The insidious effects of the virus were not immediately apparent.

Integrity – the quality of being honest and having strong moral principles

Example sentence: He is a man of integrity and can be trusted.

Iridescent – having lustrous rainbow-like colors that seem to change with movement

Example sentence: The iridescent fish was a thing of beauty.

Letter J

Jaded – bored or lacking enthusiasm, especially because of having experienced too much of something

Example sentence: The jaded traveler was not impressed by the sights.

Jaunty – having a cheerful, lively, and self-confident manner

Example sentence: The jaunty little dog was a joy to be around.

Jovial – good-humored or playful

Example sentence: The jovial mood of the party’s host was contagious.

Letter K

Kinetic- relating to or involving movement

Example sentence: The kinetic energy of the particles could not be seen by the naked eye.

Letter L

Lethargic – tired and sleepy; lacking energy or enthusiasm

Example sentence: The lethargic dog was not interested in going for a walk.

Luminescent – producing or emitting light, especially as a result of a chemical or electrical reaction

Example sentence: The luminescent system of the jellyfish was a fascinating sight.

Letter M

Macabre – involving or suggestive of death or violence

Example sentence: The macabre scene was not for the faint of heart.

Magnanimous – generous or forgiving, especially toward a rival or enemy

Example sentence: He was magnanimous in victory.

Malevolent – having or showing a wish to do evil to others

Example sentence: The malevolent creature hissed and spat at us.

Misanthropy – hatred of humanity

Example sentence: Her misanthropy was evident in the way she spoke about other people.

Letter N

Nefarious – extremely wicked

Example sentence: The nefarious activities of the criminal organization were finally exposed.

Nihilism – the belief that nothing in the world has any real meaning or value

Example sentence: His nihilistic outlook on life was quite depressing.

Letter O

Obfuscation – making something difficult to understand, usually intentionally

Example sentence: The obfuscation of the legal language made it difficult to understand the document.

Obsequious – too eager to help or please someone in authority

Example sentence: The obsequious waiter was always at her beck and call.

Omniscient – knowing everything

Example sentence: The omniscient being was all-seeing and all-knowing.

Ostentatious – trying to impress people by displaying wealth or success

Example sentence: The ostentatious car could be seen far down the street.

Letter P

Paradigm – a typical example or pattern of something; a model

Example sentence: The new paradigm of online education is changing the way we learn.

Partisanship – strong support for a particular person or political party

Example sentence: Partisanship was evident in the way they spoke about the other candidate.

Pedantic – insulting way to describe someone that is concerned with minor details and rules rather than the main issue

Example sentence: The pedantic teacher was always correcting her students.

Pejorative – expresses disapproval or negative sentiments

Example sentence: The pejorative term “welfare queen” is often used to describe someone who is lazy and lives off of government assistance.

Perspicacious – having or showing an ability to notice and understand things quickly

Example sentence: Her perspicacious mind was always one step ahead.

Philanthropy – the desire to help others, especially by giving money to good causes

Example sentence: Her philanthropy was well-known throughout Ireland, and she donated to many causes.

Platitude – a remark or statement that is often repeated and is true but has become dull or meaningless because it is too familiar

Example sentence: The platitude “time heals all wounds” was of little comfort to her.

Polygamy – the practice or custom of having more than one wife or husband at the same time

Example sentence: Polygamy is illegal in many countries.

Pragmatic – dealing with things sensibly, realistically and practically

Example sentence: Her pragmatic approach to problem-solving was a breath of fresh air.

Precipitous – done suddenly or impulsively without proper thought or care

Example sentence: His precipitous decision to quit his job was a mistake.

Prestige – high status or respect that comes from having a lot of power, success, or fame

Example sentence: The prestigious university was challenging to get into.

Prodigal – wasteful or extravagant with money or resources

Example sentence: His prodigal spending led to his financial ruin.

Propaganda – information, especially of a biased or misleading nature, used to promote a political cause or point of view

Example sentence: The propaganda campaign was successful in swaying public opinion.

Letter Q

Quintessential – embodying the most perfect or typical example of something

Example sentence: The quintessential Irish farmhouse was picturesque and charming.

Quixotic – idealistic but impractical

Example sentence: His quixotic dream of becoming a professional singer was never realized.

Letter R

Rambunctious – noisy and lacking in restraint or discipline

Example sentence: The rambunctious children were a handful, especially on long drives.

Rhetoric – the art of using language effectively and persuasively

Example sentence: The politician’s rhetoric was designed to appeal to the masses.

Letter S

Serendipity – finding something good or useful by chance

Example sentence: It was serendipity that led her to find the perfect dress.

Stereotype – a fixed or conventional notion or image

Example sentence: The stereotype of the lazy teenager is often inaccurate.

Superficial – not true or real; existing or appearing only on the surface

Example sentence: Her superficial beauty was only skin-deep.

Syzygy – the alignment of three celestial bodies in a straight line

Example sentence: The syzygy of the sun, moon, and Earth can cause an eclipse.

Letter T

Transcendentalism – the belief that spirituality is based on intuititive thinking and self reflection, allowing us to breakthrough to a higher spiritual level

Example sentence: His transcendentalism led him to believe in things that others could not see.

Letter U

Ubiquitous – present or being everywhere at the same time

Example sentence: The ubiquitous presence of technology in our lives is a recent phenomenon.

Unprecedented – never done or known before

Example sentence: The company’s unprecedented success was a surprise to everyone.

Letter V

Vacuous – having or showing a lack of thought or intelligence

Example sentence: His vacuous comments indicated that he had not really understood the question.

Vitriol – harsh or bitter criticism

Example sentence: The vitriol in her voice was unmistakable.

Voluptuous – brings pleasure to the senses; having a full, rounded shape, curvy (typically used to describe body types)

Example sentence: Kim Kardashian has voluptuous curves

Letter W

Wanderlust – a strong, instinctive desire to travel and explore the world

Example sentence: Her wanderlust led her to quit her job and travel the world.

Whimsical – fanciful, playful, unpredictable, imaginative

Example sentence: The whimsical decorations made the party feel like a fairytale.

Letter X

Xenophobia – fear or hatred of foreigners, people from different cultures, or anything that is strange or different

Example sentence: The xenophobia of the town was evident in their treatment of the refugees.

Letter Z

zealous – having or showing great energy and enthusiasm for something

Example sentence: He was zealous in his pursuit of the perfect cup of coffee.

Zesty – having a strong, pleasant taste or smell, full of flavour

Example sentence: The zesty lemonade was a refreshing change from the usual.

In Conclusion

There are many words in the English language that are deep in meaning and can be used to describe a wide range of things. These words are often used in literature and speech to convey a certain feeling or image. They are also useful in everyday conversation to add depth and interest. By exploring the different depths of meaning in words, we can expand our vocabulary and communication skills.

The human experience is complex and sometimes you need words with deeper meanings than usual to help you to describe what you’re going through. If you dig a little deeper into language, you’ll find a whole host of words with a deep meaning that can explain all the complicated feelings you have.

Have you ever felt lost for words? Have you tried to explain yourself, but the words you need just didn’t seem to exist? The English language is a vast and complicated one, but sometimes we just don’t have the words to cover all of our feelings. Fortunately, different languages have the words we’ve been missing, and over centuries, they’ve become ours too. They might not be well known, but they’re out there.

Ataraxia

This word originated in Greece in the very early 1600s. It describes the indescribable feeling of having total peace of mind. When you feel completely stress-free, almost blissfully calm, you are experiencing a state of ataraxia. This rare, beautiful feeling requires a word with a deep meaning.

Whilst “calm” and “serene” are very similar, it doesn’t quite cover how untroubled a person feels. It is still water that washes very slowly back and forth. When you achieve a state of ataraxia, you are free of any anxieties and sadness.

Kalopsia

This little-known word with a profound meaning isn’t yet a “scrabble word”, but it has been used in plenty of literature for a very long time. Like many of our most beautiful words, Kalopsia has Greek roots. This word is used to describe the delusional belief that something is more beautiful than it really is. It is a more eloquent way of saying that someone has “beer goggles”.

You would say an artist who believes his work is beautiful, when, in fact, it’s not good at all, has kalopsia. Kalopsia can also occur when you idolize a person. You might think someone is more physically beautiful than they really are because of their personality or the nice things they’ve done for you.

Euneirophena

There are few feelings more blissful than waking up naturally, at a conclusive point in a good dream. You wake up without the stress of a screaming alarm clock, with the warm fuzzy feeling of a dream that was nothing but happy.

This beautiful sensation can be described in one word – a state of euneirophena. It is not to be confused with the feeling of waking up during a great dream and wanting to go back to sleep. It is a feeling of satisfying completion.

This word also has an opposite word with an equally deep meaning. Malneirophena, which is the state of mind you’re left in after waking from a nightmare.

Kilig

This one is among the words with a deep meaning that have only recently been added to English Dictionaries. It is a popular Filipino word used to describe the exciting feeling created by a romantic experience. The kind of feeling that makes you blush and feel butterflies in your stomach is known as a Kilig moment.

Kilig moments can also occur when you witness a romantic exchange on TV, in movies or between other couples. It simply describes the thrilling, terrifying feeling you have in a romantic moment. Be it a first kiss, a grand gesture or just a look.

Hypnagogic

Those few moments of sleepy bliss we have immediately before falling asleep has a name – the hypnagogic state. This French word originated in the 19^th century and quickly became a popular term, even in the medical world. Despite its poetic deep meaning, the hypnagogic state is a very real concept and is crucial for our cognitive wellbeing.

During the hypnogogic state, our subconscious becomes more powerful and our thoughts become more natural and unrestrained. For hypnosis therapy, we’re put into this state to allow our thoughts to be unhindered and reveal the truths we might not even know are there.

Hypnagogia tends to create lucid dreams, hallucinations and can lead to sleep paralysis and sleepwalking. Falling dreams are common just as we’re falling asleep because of the hypnogogic state.

Latibule

We all need somewhere cozy to retreat to sometimes. These hideaways are called Latibules. Despite its simple appearance, this word has a deep intricate meaning. It describes any place that you feel safe and can be entirely different from everyone else’s.

A Latibule is any hidden away place that is cozy, small and comforting for you. This could be anything from a cabin in the woods to your own bathroom. These places nurture our souls and help to undo our stresses.

Parapraxis

Similar to a Freudian Slip, but summed up in one Greek routed word, a parapraxis is another one of the words that have a deep meaning. A parapraxis is a slip of the tongue which is thought to reveal your true feelings.

A parapraxis can also occur in writing, handling physical objects or any other kind of slip up or error that reveals an unspoken feeling. Watch what you say when you’re trying to hide something, you might just let slip a secret you were supposed to keep!

Language is an incredible tool. Having ways to explain our feelings, or our troubles are essential for a healthy life and mental wellbeing. Sometimes, we can get a little stumped and lost for words, thinking there’s no way to express ourselves.

With a little research, you might find that the words you’re craving are already out there. With countless languages all over the world, there’s bound to be the right words with the perfect deep meaning out there somewhere.

References:

1. https://www.dictionary.com
2. https://www.merriam-webster.com