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earnest Definition and Meaning in English (earnest definition)

adjective
Synonyms:serioussincereheartfelt
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Earnest definition: Showing sincere and intense conviction; serious in intention, purpose, or effort.

Definitions of Earnest

  1. 1adjective

    Showing sincere and intense conviction; serious in intention, purpose, or effort.

  2. 2adjective

    Resulting from or showing sincere and intense conviction.

Example Sentences

casual

“She made an earnest attempt to improve her grades.”

formal

“His earnest plea moved the judge.”

casual

“They were earnest in their desire for peace.”

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nounearnestness
adverbearnestly

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Earnest definition: Showing sincere and intense conviction; serious in intention, purpose, or effort.
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'Earnest' translates to 'earnest' in English. Earnest definition: Showing sincere and intense conviction; serious in intention, purpose, or effort.
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