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   seriously

   /ˈsɪərɪəsli/

   adverb

   • 1. in a solemn or considered manner: "the doctor looked seriously at him" Similar solemnlyearnestlygravelysoberlysombrelywithout smilingwith a poker facesternlygrimlydourlyhumourlesslythoughtfullypensivelymeditativelyruminativelycontemplativelyOpposite cheerfullyjovially
   • 2. with earnest intent; not lightly or superficially: "I seriously considered cancelling my subscription"
   • ▪ really or sincerely: "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, especially after a facetious exchange of remarks: "seriously though, short cuts rarely work" Similar joking aside/apartto be serioushonestlywithout jokingno jokingtruthfullytrulyI mean itinformal:Scout's honourstraight updated:honest Injun
   • 3. to a degree that is significant or worrying: "the amount of fat you eat can seriously affect your health" Similar severelygravelybadlycriticallyacutelysorelygrievouslydesperatelyalarminglydangerouslyperilouslyOpposite slightly
   • 4. very; extremely: informal "he was seriously rich" Similar extremelyveryreallydreadfullyterriblyawfullyfearfullyincrediblyamazinglyexceptionallyexceedinglyimmenselyuncommonlyremarkablyextraordinarilyuncotrèsinformal:terrificallytremendouslyrightultramegamuchostinkingmajorlyoh-somadlyjollyever sodeadwellrealmightyawfulpowerfulwaybitchinglekkerinformal, dated:devilishfrightfullyarchaic:exceeding

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2. 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.

3. 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.

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

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   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. Collins English Dictionary.

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

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

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   2 days ago · 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. 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.

8. www.collinsdictionary.com › us › dictionarySERIOUSLY definition in American English - Collins Online...

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   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. Collins English Dictionary.

9. www.collinsdictionary.com › us › dictionarySERIOUSLY - Definition & Translations | Collins English...

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   Discover everything about the word "SERIOUSLY" in English: meanings, translations, synonyms, pronunciations, examples, and grammar insights - all in one comprehensive guide.

10. 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.

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    Seriously definition: in a serious manner. See examples of SERIOUSLY used in a sentence.