solemnly

/ˈsɒləmli/ (bre, ipa) · [sˈɔləmli] /ˈsɑːləmli/ (ame, ipa)

solemnly — adverb

1. in a grave, sincere way that shows no wish to joke or smile, especially in forma

1.副詞B2
釋義

in a grave, sincere way that shows no wish to joke or smile, especially in formal or emotional moments.

例句

Camila spoke solemnly as she read her grandfather's final letter aloud.

spoke solemnly during a formal, emotional reading

Vikram answered solemnly before the whole court after taking the oath.

answered solemnly in a formal legal setting

同義詞
  • seriously

    broader and more neutral; less ceremonial than 'solemnly'

  • gravely

    heavier and often linked to danger or bad news

  • earnestly

    stresses heartfelt sincerity more than formal dignity

反義詞
  • jokingly

    in a playful way rather than a grave one

  • lightly

    treating something as unimportant or not serious

  • playfully

    with cheerful humour rather than solemn dignity

文法句型

verb + solemnly

solemnly + verb of promise, speech, or gesture

用法筆記

Often used for speech, promises, prayers, ceremonies, and moments of loss. Unlike the broader adverb 'seriously', 'solemnly' usually adds quiet dignity or a ceremonial mood.

常見錯誤

❌I am solemnly tired after the trip.
✅I am extremely tired after the trip.
💡'solemnly' describes a serious manner or formal tone, not degree.