serious
Translation
serious, grave, solemn, earnest
Examples
This is a serious problem.
This is a serious problem.
He is a very serious person.
He is a very serious person.
Are you serious about moving to Spain?
Are you serious about moving to Spain?
Grammar Patterns
serious + ((noun)) describing (sth.) as important or bad This is a serious problem.
to be serious ((about sth./doing sth.)) to be sincere about (sth.) Are you serious about leaving your job?
Similar Words
Synonyms: grave, solemn, earnest; Antonyms: funny, trivial, light-hearted
Etymology
From Latin 'serius' meaning 'grave, weighty, important'.
Memory Tips
Imagine a judge with a very 'serious' face. They are not joking around.