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   ear·nest

   /ˈərnəst/

   noun

   • 1. a thing intended or regarded as a sign or promise of what is to come: "the presence of the troops is an earnest of the world's desire not to see the conflict repeated elsewhere"

   Word Origin Middle Englishernes, literally ‘installment paid to confirm a contract’, based on Old French erres, from Latin arra, shortened form of arrabo ‘a pledge’. The spelling was influenced by words ending in -ness; the final -t is probably by association with earnest1.

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   The meaning of EARNEST is characterized by or proceeding from an intense and serious state of mind. How to use earnest in a sentence. Synonym Discussion of Earnest.

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   EARNEST definition: 1. serious and determined, especially too serious and unable to find your own actions funny: 2…. Learn more.

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   Earnest definition: serious and zealous in intention, purpose, or effort. See examples of EARNEST used in a sentence.

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   serious and determined, especially too serious and unable to find your own actions funny: He was a very earnest young man. Thesaurus: synonyms, antonyms, and examples. lacking humor and not meant to be funny. serious She had a serious look on her face. earnest At that time he was an earnest young environmental activist.

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   If you are earnest, it means you are serious about something. Your parents might not want you to drop out of school to follow some fly-by-night dream, but if you're earnest about wanting a career in show biz, they'll support you.

7. www.collinsdictionary.com › dictionary › englishEARNEST definition and meaning | Collins English Dictionary

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   Earnest people are very serious and sincere in what they say or do, because they think that their actions and beliefs are important. Ella was a pious, earnest woman. His expression is as earnest when he smiles as when he is arguing. Despite their earnest efforts, they still struggle to win support.

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   Definition of earnest adjective in Oxford Advanced American Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

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   EARNEST definition: 1. very serious and sincere: 2. If something begins to happen in earnest, it really starts to…. Learn more.

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    earnest meaning, definition, what is earnest: very serious and sincere: Learn more.

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    Noun. Verb. Idiom. Filter. adjective. earnester. Showing or expressing sincerity or seriousness. An earnest gesture of goodwill. American Heritage. Serious and intense; not joking or playful; sincere, ardent, etc. Webster's New World. Similar definitions. Serious in speech or action; eager; urgent; importunate; pressing; instant. Wiktionary.