Definition

In a way that shows you are serious or sincere about something.

Example

I am seriously considering moving to another city for a new job.

Conversation

Can you believe how much it rained yesterday?

I know, right? It was crazy!

Yeah, I was seriously worried about the flooding.

Same here, I thought my car would get stuck!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Seriously → It is formed from "serious" (from Latin *serius*, meaning grave or important) and the suffix "-ly" (meaning in a manner of). The word "seriously" means in a grave or important manner.

Memory Tip

Think of something being 'grave' or 'important' ('serious') and how it is done 'in a manner of' ('-ly'). This helps you remember that 'seriously' means to do something in a serious way.

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