English dictionary
earnest
adjectiveAudio pronunciation
Parts of speech
Definitions
adjective
- not distracted by anything unrelated to the goal
adjective
- characterized by a firm and humorless belief in the validity of your opinions
adjective
- sincerely earnest
noun
- something of value given by one person to another to bind a contract
Example sentences
both sides were deeply in earnest, even passionate
an entirely sincere and cruel tyrant
a film with a solemn social message
one's dearest wish
devout wishes for their success
heartfelt condolences