serious
Translation
serious, grave, 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?
Are you serious about moving?
Grammar Patterns
serious + ((noun)) This is a serious problem.
to be serious He is a very serious person.
to be serious about ((sth.)) Are you serious about moving?
Similar Words
Synonyms: grave, solemn, important; Antonyms: funny, trivial, lighthearted
Etymology
From Latin 'serius' meaning 'grave, weighty, important'.
Memory Tips
Think of a TV 'series' that has a very dramatic and 'serious' plot.