serious
/ˈsɪriəs/
adjective
- Not joking or laughing; showing a sincere and thoughtful attitude.
- She had a serious expression on her face during the meeting.
- Please be serious for a moment; this is important.
- He gave a serious answer to my question.
- Important and needing careful thought or attention.
- The doctor said the injury was serious but not life-threatening.
- We need to have a serious conversation about our budget.
- Climate change is a serious problem for the whole world.
- Large in amount, degree, or effect; significant.
- She has a serious amount of homework this weekend.
- The storm caused serious damage to the coastal town.
- There has been a serious increase in the cost of living.
- Sincere and genuine about something; not pretending.
- I'm serious when I say we should leave now.
- Are you serious about learning to play the guitar?
- He is a serious candidate for the job.