SERIOUS

/ˈsɪə.ɹi.əs/ ► audio Scrabble 7 Words With Friends 8

Definition

  1. adjective concerned with work or important matters rather than play or trivialities.
  2. adjective of great consequence.
  3. adjective causing fear or anxiety by threatening great harm. — synonyms: dangerous, grave, grievous, severe, life-threatening
  4. adjective appealing to the mind. — synonyms: good
  5. adjective completely lacking in playfulness. — synonyms: unplayful, sober
  6. adjective requiring effort or concentration.

Examples

  • “It was a surprise to see the captain, who had always seemed so serious, laugh so heartily.”
  • “This is a serious problem. We'll need our best experts.”
  • “After all these years, we're finally getting serious attention.”

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