seriously

seriously

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English

Etymology

From Middle English seriously, sereously, ceryously, seryowslech (earnestly), equivalent to serious +‎ -ly.

Pronunciation

  • (UK) IPA(key): /ˈsɪəɹi.əsli/
  • (US) IPA(key): /ˈsɪɹi.əsli/, /ˈsiɹi.əsli/

Adverb

seriously (comparative more seriously, superlative most seriously)

  1. (manner) In a serious or literal manner.
  2. Gravely; deeply; very much.
  3. Used to attempt to introduce a serious point in a less serious conversation.
    Synonyms: no really, no kidding, real talk
  4. Used to call back to a previous point, in disbelief or for emphasis.
    Synonyms: no really, no kidding
  5. (informal) In an extreme or major way; majorly

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Anagrams

  • ureolysis

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