seriousness

• Существительное, обозначающее качество или состояние серьёзности, которое может включать искренность, серьёзность намерений или способность вызывать беспокойство или огорчение.

A noun referring to the quality or state of being serious, which can encompass earnestness, sincerity, or the capacity to evoke concern or distress.

uncountable

1. Earnest and sincere feelingB2formal

   A state of being deeply sincere, earnest, and not joking or trivializing.

   Серьёзность

   • He spoke with great seriousness about the future of the company.
   • Her seriousness during the interview impressed the panel.
   • The seriousness of his apology was evident in his voice.

   Synonymsearnestnessgravenessgravitysinceritysobernesssolemnity

   Antonymsflippancyfrivolitylevity

2. Quality of arousing fear or distressB2formal

   The quality of being grave, alarming, or causing concern due to potential negative consequences.

   Серьёзность

   • The seriousness of the accident was not immediately apparent.
   • They underestimated the seriousness of the economic crisis.
   • The doctor explained the seriousness of the diagnosis.

   Synonymsgravenessgravityimportanceseveritysignificanceurgencyweight

   Antonymsinsignificancetrivialityunimportance

3. Trait of being seriousB2formal

   The characteristic of being thoughtful, solemn, and not frivolous in demeanor or approach.

   Серьёзность

   • His natural seriousness made him a good candidate for the role of judge.
   • She approached her studies with a quiet seriousness.
   • The seriousness of the team was reflected in their meticulous work.

   Synonymsearnestnessgravenessgravitysedatenesssobrietysolemnitystaidness

   Antonymsfacetiousnessflippancyfrivolitylevitylightheartednesssillinesstriviality