seriously

• Adverbe signifiant 'de manière sérieuse' ou 'à un degré important'. Il indique qu'une action est faite avec une intention sincère, une importance ou une mesure considérable. Peut aussi servir de marqueur discursif pour exprimer l'incrédulité ou souligner la véracité d'une affirmation.

An adverb meaning 'in a serious manner' or 'to a serious extent.' It is used to indicate that something is done with sincere intent, gravity, or significant degree. It can also be used as a discourse marker to express disbelief or to emphasize the truth of a statement.

1. In a serious mannerA2formal

   In a way that shows deep thought, sincerity, or importance.

   de manière sérieuse

   • He spoke seriously about the future of the company.
   • She looked at him seriously before answering.
   • The doctor seriously advised him to quit smoking.

   Synonymesearnestlygravelysincerelysoberlysolemnlythoughtfully

   Antonymesfacetiouslyflippantlyfrivolouslyjokinglyplayfully

2. To a great extentB1informal

   Used to emphasize the degree or intensity of something.

   à un degré élevé

   • I am seriously tired after that long hike.
   • She is seriously talented at playing the piano.
   • The movie was seriously funny.

   Synonymesawfullyexceedinglyextremelyhighlyimmenselyprofoundlyreallyterriblytrulyvastlyvery

3. Expressing disbelief or emphasisB1informal

   Used to express that something is true or to emphasize a statement.

   Sérieusement (incrédulité/emphase)

   • Seriously, you have to see this!
   • Are you seriously going to eat all that?
   • Seriously, I can't believe he did that.

   Synonymesgenuinelyhonestlyindeedliterallyreallytruly