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   solemn

   /ˈsɒləm/

   adjective

   • 1. formal and dignified: "a solemn procession" Similar dignifiedceremoniousceremonialstatelycourtlymajesticimposingimpressiveawe-inspiringportentoussplendidmagnificentgrandimportantaugustformalOpposite frivolous
   • ▪ not cheerful or smiling; serious: "Tim looked very solemn" Similar seriousearnestgravesobersombreunsmilingpoker-facedsterngrimdourhumourlessglumgloomymoodystony-facedthoughtfulpreoccupieddeep in thoughtpensivemeditativeruminativecontemplativeintrospectivestaidsedatestudiousbookishowlishOpposite light-hearted
   • 2. 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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2. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › englishSOLEMN | English meaning - Cambridge Dictionary

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   SOLEMN definition: 1. serious and without any humour: 2. an agreement that you make in a serious way and expect to…. Learn more.

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   The meaning of SOLEMN is marked by the invocation of a religious sanction. How to use solemn in a sentence. Synonym Discussion of Solemn.

4. dictionary.cambridge.org › us › dictionarySOLEMN | definition in the Cambridge English Dictionary

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   SOLEMN meaning: 1. serious and without any humour: 2. an agreement that you make in a serious way and expect to…. Learn more.

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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.

6. www.collinsdictionary.com › dictionary › englishSOLEMN definition and meaning | Collins English Dictionary

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   Someone or something that is solemn is very serious rather than cheerful or amusing.

7. www.thefreedictionary.com › solemnSolemn - definition of solemn by The Free Dictionary

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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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   Jun 2, 2024 · solemn (comparative solemner or more solemn, superlative solemnest or most solemn) (religion, specifically Christianity) Of or pertaining to religious ceremonies and rites; (generally) religious in nature; sacred. (by extension) Characterized by or performed with appropriate or great ceremony or formality. Deeply serious and sombre ...

9. www.oxfordlearnersdictionaries.com › english › solemnsolemn adjective - Definition, pictures, pronunciation and usage...

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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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    made in due legal or other express form, as a declaration or agreement: a solemn oath. marked or observed with religious rites; having a religious character: a solemn holy day. Synonyms: sacred, devotional. uttered, prescribed, or made according to religious forms: a solemn ban on sacrifice.

11. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › learner-englishSOLEMN | meaning - Cambridge Learner's Dictionary

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