/ˈsɪə.ri.əs/
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Meaning
Important and needing careful thought, not silly or funny.
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Word origin
From Latin serius, meaning weighty or grave, not light in manner.
- Origin
- Latin
- Root
- serius
Examples
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"Serious" means it is important and needs careful thought.
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Here "serious" describes a face that is not smiling or joking.
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Here "serious" asks if you really mean it and are not joking.
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Start your free week (no card)This word is taught in chapter 6, lesson 3: serious, anybody, secret and 7 more words.