Solemn ( adjective , verb )

(As an adjective)

Solemn ( adjective )

1. Serious and dignified in manner or appearance.
2. Marked by or conducted with due religious ceremony.
3. Marked by a consistent and deliberate manner.

Origin:

Middle english: from old french solenel, from latin sollemnis, from sollemnia (plural), from sollemnis dies "sacred day".

Examples:

1. The judge spoke in a solemn tone.
2. The wedding ceremony was very solemn.
3. He had a solemn expression on his face.
4. The funeral was a solemn affair.
5. The judge gave a solemn warning to the jury.

(As a verb)

Solemn ( verb )

1. Serious and dignified in manner or appearance.
2. Marked by or conducted with due religious ceremony.
3. Marked by a consistent and deliberate manner.

Origin:

Middle english: from old french solenel, from latin sollemnis, from sollemnia (plural), from sollemnis dies "sacred day".

Examples:

1. The judge spoke in a solemn tone.
2. The wedding ceremony was very solemn.
3. He had a solemn expression on his face.
4. The funeral was a solemn affair.
5. The judge gave a solemn warning to the jury.