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- pronunciation:
- uhr
nihst
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adjective |
| definition 1: |
having or showing a serious manner.
The President is always earnest when giving a speech.- synonyms:
- deliberate, intent, serious, sober, solemn
- antonyms:
- frivolous
- similar words:
- determined, diligent, grave, purposeful
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| definition 2: |
honestly concerned or sincere.
We knew he was earnest when he said he would help us.- synonyms:
- honest
- antonyms:
- halfhearted, insincere
- similar words:
- solemn, thoughtful
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| related words: |
frank, high, lyrical, strong, urgent, warm |
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| derivations: |
earnestly (adv.), earnestness (n.) |
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