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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

   Scrabble Points: 8

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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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   Definition of solemn adjective in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

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   SOLEMN meaning: 1. serious or sad: 2. A solemn promise, warning, etc is serious and sincere.. Learn more.

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   1. characterized or marked by seriousness or sincerity: a solemn vow. 2. characterized by pomp, ceremony, or formality. 3. serious, glum, or pompous. 4. inspiring awe: a solemn occasion. 5. (Ecclesiastical Terms) performed with religious ceremony. 6. gloomy or sombre: solemn colours.

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   Dictionary definition of solemn. Characterized by a serious, grave, and dignified sense of importance or significance. "She took a solemn oath to uphold the law."

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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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   solemn. in English. solemn. Thesaurus > lacking humour and not meant to be funny > solemn. These are words and phrases related to solemn. Click on any word or phrase to go to its thesaurus page. Or, go to the definition of solemn.

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