Deep Similes
5 classic and creative similes for Deep - vivid comparisons you can use in writing, essays, and conversation. Browse the full list.
- As deep as the ocean
- As deep as despair
- As deep as hell
- As deep as the sea
- As inexhaustible as the deep sea
Frequently asked
What does "as deep as" mean?
"As deep as" is a simile - a comparison using "as" to make a quality vivid. When something is "as deep as" something else, the speaker is using the second thing as a familiar example of deepness, so the reader can picture the quality instead of just reading the word.
How many "as deep as" similes are there?
SimileStack lists 5 similes for Deep. Common ones include "As deep as despair" and "As deep as hell". The full list is on this page.
When should I use a "deep" simile in writing?
Use a "deep" simile when you want the reader to feel deepness rather than just register the adjective. They work especially well in description, character work, and dialogue, where one well-chosen comparison can do the work of a whole paragraph.