serious (A2)

adjective

Pronunciation: /ˈsɪəriəs/

Definition

Wanting or showing that you want to be thoughtful and calm, not funny or happy.

Examples

• She has a serious expression when she is concentrating.

• He made a serious mistake on the test.

• The teacher gave us a serious warning about cheating.

How to Use serious

serious about (prepositional phrase)

To be very interested in and committed to something. — "She is serious about becoming a doctor."

Synonyms of serious

Words with a similar meaning to serious:

• grave
• solemn
• earnest

Antonyms of serious

Words with the opposite meaning to serious:

• funny
• lighthearted

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