seriously
Pronunciation: [ˈsɪr.i.əs.li]
Word
Context: "emphasis"
(adverb) when you want to show that something is important or that you mean what you are saying. You use this word to make your point stronger.
Example
I seriously think you should study for the test.
Example
I don’t think he is seriously considering your suggestion.
Example
Are you seriously going to let them decide for you?
Context: "mood or tone"
(adverb) to show that you are not joking or being silly. When you say something seriously, you are being truthful and sincere.
Example
She was seriously worried about the test results.
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He was not seriously upset when he lost the game; he laughed it off.
Example
Do you think she was seriously angry with him?
Context: "discussion or argument"
(adverb) when you are discussing something that is not funny or is important. It can mean that you need to pay attention to what is being talked about.
Example
Let's seriously talk about how we can solve this problem.
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She didn’t seriously address the issues raised in the meeting.
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Can we seriously discuss the plans for the trip?
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