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- Dictionaryseriousness/ˈsɪərɪəsnəs/
noun
- 1. the quality or state of being serious: "we are aware of the seriousness of the situation" Similar Opposite
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SERIOUSNESS definition: 1. the state of being very bad or severe: 2. the state of being serious, rather than intending to…. Learn more.
1. : thoughtful or subdued in appearance or manner : sober. a quiet, serious girl. 2. a. : requiring much thought or work. serious study. b. : of or relating to a matter of importance. a serious play. 3. a. : not joking or trifling : being in earnest. a serious question. b. archaic : pious. c. : deeply interested : devoted. a serious musician. 4.
SERIOUSNESS meaning: 1. the state of being very bad or severe: 2. the state of being serious, rather than intending to…. Learn more.
Seriousness definition: earnest or sincere character or attitude. See examples of SERIOUSNESS used in a sentence.
Definition of seriousness noun in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.
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.
Seriousness is a quality of being calmly intent, or serious. Your seriousness will serve you well when you're studying for an important test. You might talk about the seriousness of an argument between two friends, or the seriousness of your math teacher when she expects the class to pay attention.
seriousness meaning, definition, what is seriousness: the quality of being serious: Learn more.
noun. Definition of seriousness. as in intentness. a mental state free of jesting or trifling we knew from the doctor's seriousness that she didn't have good news. Synonyms & Similar Words. Relevance. intentness. gravity. earnestness.
adjective. /ˈsɪəriəs/ /ˈsɪriəs/ bad or dangerous. a serious illness/offence/crime. a serious problem/issue. to cause serious injury/damage/harm. They pose a serious threat to security. The consequences could be serious. A few years ago, the company was in serious trouble. Their economies continue to face serious challenges.
