Definition of Serious
Serious
Ser·i·ous
Definition/Meaning
(adjective)
Having or showing a sincere and solemn attitude or intention.
e.g. The doctor's serious expression made me worry about the diagnosis.
(adjective)
sincere and solemn in tone or mood, careful and thoughtful and involving deep reflection, not light-hearted;
e.g. The detective spoke with a serious voice. The book was quite serious and difficult to understand at times.
(adjective)
(informal) significant and often impressive in extent, amount/number, or quality;
e.g. The storm did some serious damage to the building. They spent some serious money on the car.
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