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Serious

/ˈsɪə.ɹi.əs/

Without humor or expression of happiness; grave in manner or disposition

📖 Definitions of "Serious"

adjective
  1. 1

    Without humor or expression of happiness; grave in manner or disposition

    "It was a surprise to see the captain, who had always seemed so serious, laugh so heartily."

  2. 2

    Important; weighty; not insignificant

    "This is a serious problem. We'll need our best experts."

  3. 3

    Really intending what is said (or planned, etc); in earnest; not jocular or deceiving

    "After all these years, we're finally getting serious attention."

  4. 4

    (of a relationship) Committed.

adverb
  1. 1

    In a serious manner; seriously.

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