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Definition of solemnly adverb from the Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary

solemnly

adverb
 
/ˈsɒləmli/
 
/ˈsɑːləmli/
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  1. without smiling or looking happy synonym seriously (1)
    • He nodded solemnly.
    opposite cheerfully (1)
  2. in a very serious and sincere way
    • She solemnly promised not to say a word to anyone about it.
    • The choir walked solemnly past.
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