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solemn

/ˈsɒləm/
sol · emn ˈsɒ · ləm
English Definition
adj. serious and dignified
中文释义
庄严的，严肃的
Significado en Español
solemne
한국어 뜻
엄숙한
Nghĩa Tiếng Việt
trang nghiêm
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Example Sentence

The ceremony had a solemn atmosphere.

这场仪式的氛围庄严肃穆。

Synonyms
serious grave somber
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Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)

Select the best synonym for the word “solemn”:

  1. A somber
  2. B cheerful
  3. C jovial
  4. D playful
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A — somber. “solemn” means adj. serious and dignified

Practice — Sentence Completion (ISEE Verbal)

The whole large crowd fell into a ______ silence during the funeral.

  1. A cheerful
  2. B playful
  3. C silly
  4. D solemn
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D — solemn. “solemn” means adj. serious and dignified

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Common questions about “solemn”

What does “solemn” mean?

solemn — adj. serious and dignified. In Chinese: 庄严的，严肃的.

How do you pronounce “solemn”?

solemn is pronounced /ˈsɒləm/. It breaks into 2 syllables: sol · emn.

How do you use “solemn” in a sentence?

The ceremony had a solemn atmosphere. (这场仪式的氛围庄严肃穆。)

What are synonyms for “solemn”?

serious, grave, somber — all close in meaning to solemn (adj. serious and dignified).

Is “solemn” an ISEE Basic-level word?

Yes. solemn appears on the iSEE Vocab Basic list, which covers nearly 2,500 words for the ISEE and SSAT.

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