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- features:
- Word Combinations (adjective), Word Explorer
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adjective |
| definition 1: |
serious in appearance, sound, or mood.
The solemn guests left the funeral.She was always in a solemn mood when she was tired.- synonyms:
- earnest, grave, serious, sober
- antonyms:
- amusing, lighthearted
- similar words:
- austere, gloomy, grim, reserved, somber, stern, thoughtful
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| definition 2: |
deeply sincere because of religious character.
Martin made a solemn promise to become a monk if he survived the storm.- synonyms:
- earnest
- antonyms:
- insincere
- similar words:
- genuine, grave, holy, sacred, serious, sincere, steadfast, true
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| derivations: |
solemnly (adv.), solemnness (n.) |
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