serious
/ˈsɪə.ɹi.əs/
adjective
🇬🇧 UK
/ˈsɪə.ɹi.əs/
🇺🇸 US
/ˈsɪəɹ.i.əs/
Meaning
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Meaning 1 · adjective
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.”
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Meaning 2 · adjective
Important; weighty; not insignificant
“This is a serious problem. We'll need our best experts.”
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Meaning 3 · adjective
Really intending what is said (or planned, etc); in earnest; not jocular or deceiving
“After all these years, we're finally getting serious attention.”
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Meaning 4 · adjective
(of a relationship) Committed.
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Meaning 5 · adverb
In a serious manner; seriously.
How this word is used
- Everyday “It was a surprise to see the captain, who had always seemed so serious, laugh so heartily.”
- General “This is a serious problem. We'll need our best experts.”
- General “After all these years, we're finally getting serious attention.”
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