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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

seriousness

/ˈsɪəriˌnɪs/ noun · British & US
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What does seriousness mean?

noun

The quality of being serious; a state of being earnest and sincere. Seriousness is often characterized by a lack of humor or levity.

Example

"The seriousness of the situation was evident in the somber tone of the meeting."

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