Synonyms for deep-set

Most common

sunken · recessed

All synonyms

Adjective

Definitions

1. adj. 1

   Set deeply below a surface, as on a face.

   His haggard eyes were deep-set, sunken into their sockets from exhaustion.

Related words

Other spellings

deepset

Example sentences

• sunken A great treasure was discovered in a sunken ship.

By length

6 letters

sunken²

8 letters

recessed²

The small number after each word is its number of syllables (sunken² = 2 syllables).