English / word
serious
adjective B1MEANING IN ENGLISH
important and needing attention; not joking; bad or dangerous
thoughtful; grave; requiring careful consideration; not joking
showing deep thought, sincerity, or importance; not joking; thoughtful; grave; requiring careful consideration; not joking
showing deep thought, sincerity, or importance; not joking
In context
01
This fever looks serious; call a doctor.
02
She is serious about improving her English.
Synonyms
important,severe,grave
Antonyms
funny,casual,playful
Collocations
serious problem,serious consideration,serious injury