gravely

• Adverb, das bedeutet 'in ernster, feierlicher oder besorgniserregender Weise'. Es kann sowohl die Art des Sprechens/Handelns (mit Nachdruck) als auch den Schweregrad einer Situation beschreiben (z. B. schwer krank).

An adverb meaning 'in a serious, solemn, or alarming manner.' It can describe both the manner of speaking/acting (with gravity) and the severity of a situation (e.g., gravely ill).

1. In a serious mannerB2formal

   In a way that shows great seriousness, concern, or importance.

   Ernst

   • The doctor spoke gravely about the patient's condition.
   • He nodded gravely when he heard the news.
   • She looked at him gravely before answering.

   Synonymeearnestlyseriouslysoberlysolemnlysomberly

   Antonymeflippantlyfrivolouslylightly

2. To a serious or severe degreeB2formal

   Used to describe something that is extremely serious or severe in nature.

   Schwerwiegend

   • The city was gravely affected by the earthquake.
   • His health has deteriorated gravely over the past year.
   • The situation is gravely concerning for the authorities.

   Synonymeacutelycriticallyseriouslyseverely

   Antonymemildlyslightly