English adjective: solemn | |||
1. | solemn dignified and somber in manner or character and committed to keeping promises | ||
Samples | A grave God-fearing man. A quiet sedate nature. As sober as a judge. A solemn promise. The judge was solemn as he pronounced sentence. | ||
Synonyms | grave, sedate, sober | ||
Similar | serious | ||
Antonyms | frivolous | ||
2. | solemn characterized by a firm and humorless belief in the validity of your opinions | ||
Samples | Both sides were deeply in earnest, even passionate. An entirely sincere and cruel tyrant. A film with a solemn social message. | ||
Synonyms | earnest, sincere | ||
Similar | serious | ||
Antonyms | frivolous | ||