新东方-柯林斯雅思备考词典

solemn

英  [ˈsɒləm]
    

[ADJ]

    ADJ. 形容词
  • 1(人)严肃的 , (物)庄严的

    Someone or something that is solemn is very serious rather than cheerful or humorous.

    近义词

    serious

    双语例句

    例:

    His solemn little face broke into smiles.

    他那严肃的小脸突然绽放出笑容。

    2正式的 , 郑重的

    A solemn promise or agreement is one that you make in a very formal, sincere way.

    双语例句

    例:

    She made a solemn promise to him when they became engaged that she would give up cigarettes for good.

    他们订婚时,她向他许下郑重的承诺,说她会永远戒烟。