Serious
Pronunciation: /ˈsɪriːəs/
Serious (adjective)
- showing you mean what you say and are not joking.
- important and needing careful thought or attention.
- not smiling or laughing; having a calm face.
Examples
- He was serious about his promise to help.
- She gave a serious answer to the question.
Common collocations: serious attitude, take seriously, serious problem, serious concern, serious face