1. A state of deep, intense sadness or darkness; extreme melancholy or despair
After the tragic news, a profound gloom settled over the entire household.
Após a notícia trágica, uma tristeza profunda se instalou em toda a casa.
2. Complete or near-total darkness combined with a sense of hopelessness
The profound gloom of the winter months affected many people's moods.
A escuridão profunda dos meses de inverno afetava o humor de muitas pessoas.