Synonyms for

Gravely

Verb / ˈgreɪvli: / Another word for gravely — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Gravely means in a serious and solemn manner.

Synonyms & similar words

badly seriously staidly severely soberly seriously solemnly earnestly sincerely heavily weightily ponderously thoughtfully severely sternly austerely grimly dourly solemn somberly gloomily darkly morosely sullenly mournfully

Example sentences

  1. The doctor looked gravely at the test results.
  2. The soldier spoke gravely about the dangers of war.
  3. The judge delivered the sentence gravely.
  4. The old man nodded gravely as he listened to the news.
  5. The priest spoke gravely about the importance of forgiveness.

Quotes

  • 'The truth is, everyone is going to hurt you. You just got to find the ones worth suffering for.' - Bob Marley
  • 'Hate, it has caused a lot of problems in the world, but has not solved one yet.' - Maya Angelou
  • 'The greatest glory in living lies not in never falling, but in rising every time we fall.' - Nelson Mandela

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