Solemnest: meaning, definitions and examples

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solemnest

 

[ หˆsษ’lษ™mnษ™st ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

degree of seriousness

Solemnest is the superlative form of solemn, expressing the highest degree of seriousness or gravity. It is often used to describe the most grave or earnest of occasions, usually in a somber context.

Synonyms

most earnest, most grave, most serious

Examples of usage

  • The solemnest moment of the ceremony was when the vows were exchanged.
  • He spoke with the solemnest tone, emphasizing the importance of the issue.
  • The memorial service was held on one of the solemnest days of the year.
  • She had the solemnest expression as she delivered the bad news.

Translations

Translations of the word "solemnest" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น mais solene

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคธเคฌเคธเฅ‡ เค—เค‚เคญเฅ€เคฐ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช am feierlichsten

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ paling khidmat

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฝะฐะนัƒั€ะพั‡ะธัั‚ั–ัˆะธะน

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ najbardziej uroczysty

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๆœ€ใ‚‚ๅŽณ็ฒ›ใช

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท le plus solennel

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ el mรกs solemne

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท en en ciddi

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๊ฐ€์žฅ ์—„์ˆ™ํ•œ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุงู„ุฃูƒุซุฑ ุฌุฏูŠุฉ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ nejvรกลพnฤ›jลกรญ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ najvรกลพnejลกรญ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆœ€ๅบ„้‡็š„

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ najbolj sveฤan

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ hรกtรญรฐlegast

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะตาฃ ัะฐะปั‚ะฐะฝะฐั‚ั‚ั‹

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒงแƒ•แƒ”แƒšแƒแƒ–แƒ” แƒกแƒแƒ–แƒ”แƒ˜แƒ›แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ษ™n ciddi

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ el mรกs solemne

Etymology

The word 'solemn' originates from the Latin 'solemnalis,' which means 'pertaining to the rites or a ceremony.' This Latin term derives from 'sollemnis,' meaning 'formal, ritual, or solemn.' Over time, 'solemn' was incorporated into the English language in the mid-14th century, maintaining the sense of being serious and deeply earnest. The superlative form 'solemnest' evolved to indicate the utmost seriousness, often employed in contexts that require a tone of respect or gravity, such as in commemorations, serious announcements, or important ceremonies. Its use often evokes a sense of reverence and importance, highlighting emotional weight in various situations.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #42,143, this word is among the less frequently used terms in English. While interesting to know, it's not crucial for most English learners unless needed for specific purposes.