DEEP-SEATED


Meaning of DEEP-SEATED in English

ˌdeep-ˈrooted , ˌdeep-ˈseated adjective

[ usually before noun ] ( of feelings and beliefs ) very fixed and strong; difficult to change or to destroy :

a deep-rooted desire

The country's political divisions are deep-seated.

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