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   se·ri·ous·ly

   /ˈsirēəslē/

   adverb

   • 1. in a solemn or considered manner: "the doctor looked seriously at him" Similar solemnlyearnestlygravelysoberlysomberlywithout smilingwith a poker facesternlygrimlydourlyhumorlesslythoughtfullypensivelymeditativelyruminativelycontemplativelyOpposite cheerfullyjovially
   • 2. with earnest intent; not lightly or superficially: "I seriously considered canceling my subscription"
   • ▪ really or sincerely (used especially to indicate a response of surprise or shock): "do you seriously believe that I would jeopardize my career by such acts?" Similar reallyactuallyhonestlyreally?is that so? is that a fact? you're joking! well I neverwell I never didgo onyou don't sayinformal:you're kidding! well knock/blow me down with a featherwell I'll be blowedwell what do you know about that?archaic:go to
   • ▪ used to add sincerity to a statement that is to follow, especially after a facetious exchange of remarks: "seriously though, shortcuts rarely work" Similar joking aside/apartto be serioushonestlywithout jokingno jokingtruthfullytrulyI mean itinformal:Scout's honorstraight updated:honest Injun
   • ▪ used to indicate surprise at what someone has said and to check whether they really meant it: informal "“I'm dying to know.” “Seriously?” “Of course.”"
   • 3. to a degree that is significant or worrying because of possible danger or risk: "the amount of fat you eat can seriously affect your health" Similar severelygravelybadlycriticallyacutelysorelygrievouslydesperatelyalarminglydangerouslyperilouslyOpposite slightly
   • 4. very: informal "he was seriously rich" Similar extremelyveryreallydreadfullyterriblyawfullyfearfullyincrediblyamazinglyexceptionallyexceedinglyimmenselyuncommonlyremarkablyextraordinarilyuncotrèsinformal:terrificallytremendouslyrightultramegamuchostinkingmajorlyoh-somadlyjollyever sodeadwellrealmightyawfulpowerfulwaybitchinglekkerinformal, dated:devilishfrightfullyarchaic:exceeding

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   The meaning of SERIOUSLY is in a sincere manner : earnestly. How to use seriously in a sentence.

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   SERIOUSLY definition: 1. badly or severely: 2. in a serious way, not joking: 3. to consider a person, subject, or…. Learn more.

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   1. in a serious manner or to a serious degree. 2. informal. extremely or remarkably. seriously tall. exclamation. 3. an exclamation or expression of disbelief, surprise, or dismay. Collins English Dictionary.

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   Seriously definition: in a serious manner. See examples of SERIOUSLY used in a sentence.

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   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.

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   Definition of seriously adverb in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

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   seriously meaning, definition, what is seriously: very much or to a great degree: Learn more.

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   SERIOUSLY meaning: 1. in a serious way: 2. used to show that what you are going to say is not a joke: 3. to believe…. Learn more.

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    When you do something seriously, you do it earnestly or thoughtfully. If you seriously consider walking the Appalachian Trail, it means that you put real effort and thought into contemplating such a trip.

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    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.