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"solemn" Meaning
solemn
/sɒləm/
Adjective
formal and respectful
"solemn" Example Sentences
This monument is a
solemn
reminder of the sacrifices made by those who fought in the war.
The ceremony was a very
solemn
one.
"solemn" Related Lesson Material
Thousands gathered at St. Peter’s Basilica Wednesday night to hear the pope lead a solemn Christmas Eve Mass.
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The Frog-Footman repeated, in the same solemn tone, only changing the order of the words a little, 'From the Queen. An invitation for the Duchess to play croquet.'
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As the last stroke ceased to vibrate, he remembered the prediction of old Jacob Marley, and, lifting up his eyes, beheld a solemn Phantom, draped and hooded, coming like a mist along the ground towards him.
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The Fish-Footman began by producing from under his arm a great letter, nearly as large as himself, and this he handed over to the other, saying, in a solemn tone, 'For the Duchess. An invitation from the Queen to play croquet.'
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Alice thought the whole thing very absurd, but they all looked so grave that she did not dare to laugh; and, as she could not think of anything to say, she simply bowed, and took the thimble, looking as solemn as she could.
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