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Vocabulary Entry
seriously
|adverb • adjective
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adverb
In a serious manner; not joking.
Example Sentences
"He seriously needs to consider his options."
"She looked at him seriously, waiting for an answer."
"We seriously underestimated the amount of work required."
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adjective
Having deep sincerity, significant gravity, or importance.
Example Sentences
"This is a serious issue that needs to be addressed."
"He made a serious commitment to his studies."
"The debate took a serious turn after the latest news."