solemnity

• Nom désignant le caractère d'une dignité sérieuse, ou un sentiment solennel et majestueux.

A noun referring to a trait of dignified seriousness or a solemn and dignified feeling.

1. Dignified seriousnessB2formal

   A quality or trait of being serious, formal, and dignified in manner or behavior.

   Sérieux solennel

   • The solemnity of the ceremony moved everyone to silence.
   • He spoke with great solemnity about the importance of the occasion.
   • Her solemnity during the meeting impressed her colleagues.

   Synonymesausteritydignityearnestnessformalitygrandeurgravityseriousnesssobernesssomberness

   Antonymesflippancyfrivolityjocularitylevitylightheartedness

2. Solemn feeling or atmosphereB2formal

   A feeling or atmosphere that is serious, grave, and deeply respectful.

   Caractère solennel, solennité

   • A sense of solemnity filled the church during the memorial service.
   • The solemnity of the moment was broken only by a quiet sob.
   • The judge's words added to the solemnity of the courtroom.

   Synonymesaweearnestnessgrandeurgravitymajestyreverenceseriousnesssobrietysombreness

   Antonymescheerfulnessfrivolitylevity