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- Dictionarysolemn/ˈsɒləm/
adjective
- 1. formal and dignified: "a solemn procession" Similar Opposite
- 2. characterized by deep sincerity: "he swore a solemn oath to keep faith" Similar Opposite
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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.
1. : marked by the invocation of a religious sanction. a solemn oath. 2. : marked by the observance of established form or ceremony. specifically : celebrated with full liturgical ceremony. 3. a. : awe-inspiring : sublime. solemn beauty. b. : marked by grave sedateness and earnest sobriety. a solemn gathering. c. : somber, gloomy.
SOLEMN meaning: 1. serious and without any humour: 2. an agreement that you make in a serious way and expect to…. Learn more.
Solemn definition: grave, sober, or mirthless, as a person, the face, speech, tone, or mood. See examples of SOLEMN used in a sentence.
Definitions of solemn. adjective. dignified and somber in manner or character and committed to keeping promises. “a solemn promise” “the judge was solemn as he pronounced sentence” synonyms: grave, sedate, sober. serious. concerned with work or important matters rather than play or trivialities. adjective.
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.
A solemn promise or agreement is one that you make in a very formal, sincere way.
Definition of solemn adjective in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.
SOLEMN definition: 1. serious or sad: 2. A solemn promise, warning, etc is serious and sincere.. Learn more.
characterized by dignified or serious formality, as proceedings; of a formal or ceremonious character: a solemn occasion. 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.