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   Sol·emn

   /ˈsäləm/

   

   adjective

   • 1. formal and dignified: "a solemn procession" Similar dignifiedceremoniousceremonialstatelycourtlymajesticimposingimpressiveawe-inspiringportentoussplendidmagnificentgrandimportantaugustformalOpposite frivolous
   • ▪ not cheerful or smiling; serious: "Tim looked very solemn" Similar seriousearnestgravesobersomberunsmilingpoker-facedsterngrimdourhumorlessglumgloomymoodystony-facedthoughtfulpreoccupieddeep in thoughtpensivemeditativeruminativecontemplativeintrospectivestaidsedatestudiousbookishowlishOpposite lighthearted
   • ▪ characterized by deep sincerity: "he swore a solemn oath to keep faith" Similar sincereearnesthonestgenuinefirmcommittedunconditionalheartfeltwholeheartedswornformalOpposite insincere

   Word Origin Middle English (in the sense ‘associated with religious rites’): from Old French solemne, from Latin sollemnis ‘customary, celebrated at a fixed date’, from sollus ‘entire’.

   Derivatives

   • 1. solemnness noun

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   Learn the meaning of solemn, an adjective that describes something serious, dignified, or awe-inspiring. See synonyms, examples, word history, and related phrases of solemn.

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   Solemn definition: grave, sober, or mirthless, as a person, the face, speech, tone, or mood. See examples of SOLEMN used in a sentence.

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   Solemn means serious and without any humor, or an agreement that you make in a serious way and expect to keep. Learn more about the word, its usage and related terms with Cambridge Dictionary.

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   Solemn means serious and without any humour, or an agreement that you make in a serious way and expect to keep. Learn more about the word, its usage and related terms from Cambridge Dictionary.

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   How do you use solemn in a sentence?

   • He spoke in a solemn and thoughtful manner. He wore a very solemn expression on his face. He recited the poem in a solemn voice. A solemn crowd gathered around the grave. We made a solemn promise/vow to love each other forever. We listened solemnly as the president spoke.

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   What is the definition of solemn?

   • Solemn is a word that most people think of to express their sadness or seriousness, but it goes further than that. Solemn describes a deep and heavy reverence or seriousness, while dark is a better choice for denoting deep sadness. The related noun solemnity refers to a state of seriousness and reverence.

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   What are some synonyms for solemn?

   • Some common synonyms of solemn are earnest, grave, sedate, serious, sober, and staid. While all these words mean "not light or frivolous," solemn suggests an impressive gravity utterly free from levity. When is it sensible to use earnest instead of solemn?

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   dignified and somber in manner or character and committed to keeping promises. “a solemn promise”. “the judge was solemn as he pronounced sentence”. synonyms: grave, sedate, sober. serious. concerned with work or important matters rather than play or trivialities. adjective.

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    Solemn means serious or sad, or a promise, warning, etc that is serious and sincere. Learn how to use this adjective with examples and translations in different languages.