The phrase "was profoundly" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used to express a deep or intense degree of something, often in relation to feelings, experiences, or changes.
Example: "The experience was profoundly moving, leaving everyone in tears."
Alternatives: "was deeply" or "was intensely."
Dictionary
was profoundly
adverb
With depth, meaningfully.
synonyms
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I was profoundly moved.
"It was profoundly shocking".
He was profoundly depressed.
It was profoundly upsetting.
It was profoundly heartbreaking".
He was profoundly apologetic.
He was profoundly empathetic.
That belief was profoundly mistaken.
The juxtaposition was profoundly confusing.
This alone was profoundly new.
The theory was profoundly wrong.
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Since I tried Ludwig back in 2017, I have been constantly using it in both editing and translation. Ever since, I suggest it to my translators at ProSciEditing.

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