seriously

[ˈsɪrɪəsli]

seriously Definition

• 1. in a solemn or considered manner
• 2. to a severe or worrying degree
• 3. used to express disbelief or doubt about something surprising or unlikely

Using seriously: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "seriously" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  I seriously doubt that he will come.

• Example

  She took the criticism seriously and worked hard to improve her performance.

• Example

  The accident was so serious that the driver had to be taken to the hospital.

• Example

  Are you seriously telling me that you won the lottery?

seriously Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for seriously

• earnestly
• sincerely
• gravely

Antonyms for seriously

• lightly
• casually

Phrases with seriously

• take someone/something seriously

  to believe that someone or something is important and should be treated in an appropriate way

  Example

  You need to take your health seriously and start exercising regularly.

• seriously ill

  having a severe illness that requires medical attention

  Example

  The patient is seriously ill and needs to be hospitalized immediately.

• seriously injured

  having a severe injury that requires medical attention

  Example

  The victim of the car accident was seriously injured and had to be rushed to the emergency room.

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Summary: seriously in Brief

The adverb 'seriously' [ˈsɪrɪəsli] has three main meanings: 1) in a solemn or considered manner, 2) to a severe or worrying degree, and 3) used to express disbelief or doubt about something surprising or unlikely. It can be used in phrases like 'take someone/something seriously' and 'seriously ill' to indicate the gravity of a situation.