noun. ˈkaz-əm. : a deep split or gap in the earth.
A chasm is a deep divide, either literal or figurative, such as a giant chasm in an ice cap or the growing chasm between two friends who haven't spoken in a long time.
noun \ˈka-zəm\ : a major division, separation, or difference between two people, groups, etc. And in this case, a division that can truly define how each of us works, has relationships, and joins in our community.
cassus [cassa, cassum] adjective. hollow / empty / devoid of, lacking + adjective. useless / fruitless / vain + adjective. incassum adverb.
Definition of CHASM. [count] 1 : a deep hole or opening in the surface of the earth : GORGE. 2 : a major division, separation, or difference between two people, groups, etc. Leaders tried to bridge a chasm [=split, divide] between the two religious groups.
A “chasm” is a division between two things. In the Bible's parable of the so-called “rich man and Lazarus” the “chasm” represented this division—one that could not be crossed.
abyss. nounas in something very deep, usually a feature of land. abysm. chasm. crevasse.
"Crossing the chasm" simply means helping a product/service/technology move from the "early adopters" to a larger market segment, sometimes called the "early majority."
Use the word yawning for actual yawning — or to mean "wide open." A yawning chasm in the ground is a huge, wide gap, and a yawning hole in a movie's plot is the obvious space where some details are missing, making the resulting story seem unlikely and unbelievable.
It is the gap between our essential nature and who we take ourselves to be. It is the great chasm separating our experience in the conventional dimension of experience from the fundamental ground of the soul.
To Cross The Chasm, an innovation must target a specific audience, or segment, and solve a specific problem. Once that niche market is conquered, it is time to jump into adjacent segments from a stronger market and financial position.
a yawning fissure or deep cleft in the earth's surface; gorge. a breach or wide fissure in a wall or other structure. a marked interruption of continuity; gap: a chasm in time. a sundering breach in relations, as a divergence of opinions, beliefs, etc., between persons or groups.
a wide divergence of feelings, sentiments, interests, etc.; rift.
The noun abyss refers to a deep void or chasm — either literal or figurative. Making a momentous life decision with great uncertainty, like enrolling in clown college, might feel like jumping into the abyss. Traditionally, the abyss referred to the "bottomless pit" of Hell.
Definition of Chasm Theory
The idea is that a deep divide impedes the transition from the initial market to the mainstream market, as seen in the market penetration of new products and technologies in the technology industry.
Luke 16:26 in Other Translations
' 26 And besides, there is a great chasm separating us. No one can cross over to you from here, and no one can cross over to us from there.
: a deep cleft in the surface of a planet (such as the earth) : gorge. built a bridge over the chasm. 2. : a marked division, separation, or difference. the chasm between the rich and the poor.
Biblical accounts
And I went unto the prophetess; and she conceived and bore a son. Then said the LORD to me, Call his name Mahershalalhashbaz.
a very large difference between two opinions or groups of people: There is still a vast economic chasm between developed and developing countries.
a wide divergence of feelings, sentiments, interests, etc.; rift.
The chasm actually has dual symbolism: sometimes it represents bravery and fearlessness, but it can also represent recklessness and foolish decisions.
The drilling ended in 1995 due to a lack of funding. The scientific team was transferred to the federal state unitary subsidiary enterprise "Kola Superdeep," downsized, and given the new task of thoroughly studying the exposed section.
An orifice is an opening or a hole, most often in the body, such as your mouth or your nostril.
A watering hole or waterhole is a geological depression in which a body of water forms, usually a pond or a small lake. A watering hole is "a sunken area of land that fills with water". A watering hole is a natural geological depression where water collects. Watering holes may be ephemeral or seasonal.