Chasm — Word of the Day | One Word Daily

What does chasm mean?

noun

A deep, long, and narrow opening in the ground, especially one made by erosion or a landslide. A large or deep gap or division, especially one in a person's character or a situation.

Example

"The hikers stood at the edge of the chasm, gazing out at the vast expanse below."

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Etymologically related

Greek chasma, from chasmos, a gash or cleft Latin chasma, from chasma, a gash or cleft Old English cēosm, from cēosman, to gash or cleft

Synonyms for chasm

gulf abyss canyon ravine fissure divide

Antonyms of chasm

bridge connection link

Rhymes with chasm

chasm crasm dasm fasm