seriousness

• Nom désignant la qualité ou l'état d'être sérieux, pouvant inclure la sincérité, le caractère grave ou important d'une situation, ou la capacité à susciter inquiétude ou préoccupation.

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

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1. Earnest and sincere feelingB2formal

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

   Sincérité et sérieux

   • 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.

   Synonymesearnestnessgravenessgravitysinceritysobernesssolemnity

   Antonymesflippancyfrivolitylevity

2. Quality of arousing fear or distressB2formal

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

   Caractère grave

   • 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.

   Synonymesgravenessgravityimportanceseveritysignificanceurgencyweight

   Antonymesinsignificancetrivialityunimportance

3. Trait of being seriousB2formal

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

   caractère sérieux

   • 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.

   Synonymesearnestnessgravenessgravitysedatenesssobrietysolemnitystaidness

   Antonymesfacetiousnessflippancyfrivolitylevitylightheartednesssillinesstriviality