CEFR B1

deep down

idiomatic adverbial phrase

Meaning

In one's innermost thoughts or feelings, often contrary to what is outwardly expressed.

Examples

Deep down, she knew that moving to a new city was the right decision for her career.
He pretended not to care about the criticism, but deep down it really hurt his feelings.

Synonyms: really, at heart, inwardly, at the core

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deep down (B1)

idiomatic adverbial phrase

Pronunciation: /diːp daʊn/

Definition

In one's innermost thoughts or feelings, often contrary to what is outwardly expressed.

Examples

Deep down, she knew that moving to a new city was the right decision for her career.
He pretended not to care about the criticism, but deep down it really hurt his feelings.
We all know deep down that we should be spending more time with our families.

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