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   Se·ri·ous·ly

   /ˈsirēəslē/

   

   adverb

   • 1. in a solemn or considered manner: "the doctor looked seriously at him" Similar solemnlyearnestlygravelysoberlysomberlywithout smilingwith a poker facesternlygrimlydourlyhumorlesslythoughtfullypensivelymeditativelyruminativelycontemplativelyOpposite cheerfullyjovially
   • 2. with earnest intent; not lightly or superficially: "I seriously considered canceling my subscription"
   • ▪ really or sincerely (used especially to indicate a response of surprise or shock): "do you seriously believe that I would jeopardize my career by such acts?" Similar reallyactuallyhonestlyreally?is that so? is that a fact? you're joking! well I neverwell I never didgo onyou don't sayinformal:you're kidding! well knock/blow me down with a featherwell I'll be blowedwell what do you know about that?archaic:go to
   • ▪ used to add sincerity to a statement that is to follow, especially after a facetious exchange of remarks: "seriously though, shortcuts rarely work" Similar joking aside/apartto be serioushonestlywithout jokingno jokingtruthfullytrulyI mean itinformal:Scout's honorstraight updated:honest Injun
   • ▪ used to indicate surprise at what someone has said and to check whether they really meant it: informal "“I'm dying to know.” “Seriously?” “Of course.”"
   • 3. to a degree that is significant or worrying because of possible danger or risk: "the amount of fat you eat can seriously affect your health" Similar severelygravelybadlycriticallyacutelysorelygrievouslydesperatelyalarminglydangerouslyperilouslyOpposite slightly
   • 4. very: informal "he was seriously rich" Similar extremelyveryreallydreadfullyterriblyawfullyfearfullyincrediblyamazinglyexceptionallyexceedinglyimmenselyuncommonlyremarkablyextraordinarilyuncotrèsinformal:terrificallytremendouslyrightultramegamuchostinkingmajorlyoh-somadlyjollyever sodeadwellrealmightyawfulpowerfulwaybitchinglekkerinformal, dated:devilishfrightfullyarchaic:exceeding

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2. www.merriam-webster.com › dictionary › seriouslySeriously Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster

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   The meaning of SERIOUSLY is in a sincere manner : earnestly. How to use seriously in a sentence.

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   adverb in a serious manner: He shook his head seriously. to an alarmingly grave extent: seriously ill. with genuine, earnest intent; sincerely: Seriously, kids, we have to get home before dark. seriously / ˈsɪərɪəslɪ /

4. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › englishSERIOUSLY | English meaning - Cambridge Dictionary

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   SERIOUSLY definition: 1. badly or severely: 2. in a serious way, not joking: 3. to consider a person, subject, or…. Learn more.

5. www.collinsdictionary.com › dictionary › englishSERIOUSLY definition and meaning | Collins English Dictionary

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   adverb. 1. in a serious manner or to a serious degree. 2. informal. extremely or remarkably. seriously tall. exclamation. 3. an exclamation or expression of disbelief, surprise, or dismay.

6. www.vocabulary.com › dictionary › seriouslySeriously - Definition, Meaning & Synonyms | Vocabulary.com

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   When you do something seriously, you do it earnestly or thoughtfully. If you seriously consider walking the Appalachian Trail, it means that you put real effort and thought into contemplating such a trip.

7. www.oxfordlearnersdictionaries.com › definition › englishseriously adverb - Definition, pictures, pronunciation and usage...

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   They're no help at all—they're refusing to take the problem seriously. Definition of seriously adverb in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

8. www.thefreedictionary.com › seriouslySeriously - definition of seriously by The Free Dictionary

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   1. Thoughtful, somber, or grave in manner: He became serious when he was asked about the economy. 2. Not joking or trifling: I was serious when I said I liked your haircut. 3. Deeply interested or involved: a serious golfer. 4. Meriting great concern: a serious illness; a serious mistake. 5.

9. dictionary.cambridge.org › us › dictionarySERIOUSLY | definition in the Cambridge Learner’s Dictionary

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   used to show that what you are going to say is not a joke: Seriously though, you mustn't say that. take sb/sth seriously. B2. to believe that someone or something is important and that you should pay attention to them: The police have to take any terrorist threat seriously.

10. www.merriam-webster.com › dictionary › seriousSerious Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster

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    1. : thoughtful or subdued in appearance or manner : sober. a quiet, serious girl. 2. a. : requiring much thought or work. serious study. b. : of or relating to a matter of importance.

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    Jun 28, 2024 · Gravely; deeply; very much. That was a seriously unpleasant thing to say. Used to attempt to introduce a serious point in a less serious conversation. Synonyms: no really, no kidding, real talk.