chasm
//ˈkæz.əm//
Noun
chasmSingular
chasmsPlural
1
A deep, steep-sided opening in the earth's surface; a gorge or abyss.
The hikers carefully approached the edge of the chasm and looked down into the darkness below.
2
A profound difference or gap between people, viewpoints, or situations.
There is a growing chasm between the rich and the poor.