Basic

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

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”:

A jovial
B playful
C somber
D cheerful

Show answer

C — somber. “solemn” means adj. serious and dignified

Practice — Sentence Completion (ISEE Verbal)

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

A cheerful
B playful
C silly
D solemn

Show answer

D — solemn. “solemn” means adj. serious and dignified

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 2445 words for the ISEE and SSAT.

Progress / 学习进度

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solemn

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Practice — Sentence Completion (ISEE Verbal)

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