solemn — ozdic

Definitions

adj

1

Of or pertaining to religious ceremonies and rites; (generally) religious in nature; sacred.

2

Characterized by or performed with appropriate or great ceremony or formality.

Whereas the accentuated linearism, the angular stylization of the folds, the rhythmical course of the outlining and the solemn frontality conjoined with an air of regality in the pose seem to recall the formal repertory of the Corbolinus Master and his group […]

3

Deeply serious and sombre; grave.

4

Inspiring serious feelings or thoughts; sombrely impressive.

5

Cheerless, gloomy, sombre.

Collocations

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1

(adj.)

VERBS

be, look, seem, sound

The judge's expression seemed solemn as she announced the verdict to the courtroom.

become, grow

The atmosphere in the room became solemn when the principal announced the news.

remain

ADV

very

The judge looked very solemn as she announced the guilty verdict to the courtroom.

rather

The judge spoke rather solemn words to the defendant before announcing the sentence.

Thesaurus

Synonyms

adjective — characterized by a firm and humorless belief in the validity

adjective — dignified and somber in manner or character and committed to

Antonyms

Idioms & Phrases

Example Bank

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01

Whereas the accentuated linearism, the angular stylization of the folds, the rhythmical course of the outlining and the solemn frontality conjoined with an air of regality in the pose seem to recall t

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02

The priest pretends to be solemn in public.

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03

Roy looked solemn as I told him the story.

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04

All at once, the Buddhist priest burst into laughter, spoiling the solemn atmosphere.

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05

They watched the solemn ceremony in the church with awe.

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06

It is so easy to be solemn; it is so hard to be frivolous.

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Usage Notes

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In some senses, solemn is marked as obsolete. Watch for register when choosing this word.