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Definition plumb the depths (of something) in British English

plumb the depths (of something) phrase

phrase
1

to have or feel a negative quality or emotion very strongly

Example

He's really plumbed the depths of depression since their breakup.

Synonyms and related words
feel experience give up to
2

to be a very extreme example of something bad

Example

His comments plumb the depths of bad taste.

Example

England plumbed new depths on Saturday when they lost 4-0.

Synonyms and related words
feature enter into characterize
Definition plumb the depths (of something) in British English