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ernest Definition and Meaning in English (ernest definition)

adjective
Synonyms:serioussinceresolemn
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Ernest definition: Characterized by or showing serious and sincere intention or conviction.

Definitions of Ernest

  1. 1adjective

    Characterized by or showing serious and sincere intention or conviction.

  2. 2adjective

    Not lighthearted or playful; requiring or involving serious effort.

Example Sentences

“He made an earnest attempt to improve his grades.”

“Her earnest plea for help touched everyone present.”

“The students listened with earnest attention to the lecture.”

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Inflected Word Forms

nounearnestness
adverbearnestly

Phrases & Idiomatic Expressions

in earnestidiom

Seriously and with determination; more intensely than before.

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