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Seriously Definition & Meaning

seriously
adverb
  1. in a serious manner; "talking earnestly with his son"; "she started studying snakes in earnest"; "a play dealing seriously with the question of divorce"
  2. to a severe or serious degree; "fingers so badly frozen they had to be amputated"; "badly injured"; "a severely impaired heart"; "is gravely ill"; "was seriously ill"

"Seriously" in song lyrics

See how seriously is used in real songs:

  • "Just to sling cocaine continusly seriously"
    Big Noyd f/ Prodigy of Mobb Deep — Recognize and Realize
  • "I don't even write seriously"
    Black Milk f/ Elzhi, Royce Da 5'9" — Deadly Medley
  • "Whoa, whoa, you got to think about your life seriously"
    Boot Camp Clik — He Gave His Life

Usage tips for "seriously"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "seriously" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for seriously to find words that pair well.

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Frequently asked questions

What does seriously mean?
in a serious manner; "talking earnestly with his son"; "she started studying snakes in earnest"; "a play dealing seriously with the question of divorce" to a severe or serious degree; "fingers so badly frozen they had to be amputated"; "badly injured"; "a severely impaired heart"; "is gravely ill"; "was seriously ill"
What part of speech is seriously?
Seriously is an adverb.
How many definitions does seriously have?
Seriously has 2 definitions across 1 part of speech (adverb).

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