Gravely: meaning, definitions and examples

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gravely

[ ˈɡreɪvli ]

^{Context #1}

used to describe a serious or solemn manner

In a serious or solemn manner; giving cause for alarm; causing great concern; seriously.

Synonyms

earnestly, seriously, solemnly

Examples of usage

She looked gravely at the doctor, waiting for the test results.
The situation was gravely misunderstood by the public.

^{Context #2}

used to describe a serious or critical situation

Giving cause for alarm; serious; critical.

Synonyms

critical, serious, severe

Examples of usage

The gravely ill patient was rushed to the emergency room.
The gravely damaged building was deemed unsafe for occupation.

Translations

Translations of the word "gravely" in other languages:

🇵🇹 gravemente

🇮🇳 गंभीरता से

🇩🇪 schwer

🇮🇩 dengan serius

🇺🇦 серйозно

🇵🇱 poważnie

🇯🇵 重く

🇫🇷 gravement

🇪🇸 gravemente

🇹🇷 ciddi olarak

🇰🇷 심각하게

🇸🇦 بشكل خطير

🇨🇿 vážně

🇸🇰 vážne

🇨🇳 严重地

🇸🇮 resno

🇮🇸 alvarlega

🇰🇿 ауыр

🇬🇪 სერიოზულად

🇦🇿 ciddi şəkildə

🇲🇽 gravemente

Word origin

The word 'gravely' originates from the Middle English word 'gravelich', which means 'importantly' or 'significantly'. It has evolved over time to convey a sense of seriousness or solemnity in various contexts. The adverb 'gravely' has been used since the 16th century to describe situations or actions that are of great concern or alarm. The adjective form is commonly used to indicate a critical or serious condition. Overall, 'gravely' reflects the gravity and importance of certain circumstances or behaviors.

See also: engrave, grave, gravel, graveyard, gravy.