1
as in intentness
a mental state free of jesting or trifling
the coronation ceremony requires absolute solemnity
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as in ritual
an oft-repeated action or series of actions performed in accordance with tradition or a set of rules
the solemnities of the Easter vigil service
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Recent Examples of solemnity
But Hurts mostly prefers to embody a persona that rarely wavers from solemnity.
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Brooks Kubena, The Athletic, 17 Jan. 2025
Trump’s inauguration combined formal ceremony and freewheeling rhetoric, a reminder of how Trump can abide solemnity for only so long before going off script with a blend of humor and vitriol.
—Michelle Price, Twin Cities, 20 Jan. 2025
Bezos’ fiancée, Lauren Sanchez, wore a white suit with a lacy corset bra noticeably peeping out from underneath her jacket, a racy touch that clashed with the solemnity of the event.
—Ingrid Schmidt, The Hollywood Reporter, 20 Jan. 2025
Here was an earnest man who wanted to protect the solemnity of the subject, fans felt.
—Doreen St. Félix, The New Yorker, 13 Jan. 2025
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Brooks Kubena, The Athletic, 17 Jan. 2025
Trump’s inauguration combined formal ceremony and freewheeling rhetoric, a reminder of how Trump can abide solemnity for only so long before going off script with a blend of humor and vitriol.
—Michelle Price, Twin Cities, 20 Jan. 2025
Bezos’ fiancée, Lauren Sanchez, wore a white suit with a lacy corset bra noticeably peeping out from underneath her jacket, a racy touch that clashed with the solemnity of the event.
—Ingrid Schmidt, The Hollywood Reporter, 20 Jan. 2025
Here was an earnest man who wanted to protect the solemnity of the subject, fans felt.
—Doreen St. Félix, The New Yorker, 13 Jan. 2025
See All Example Sentences for solemnity
Recent Examples of Synonyms for solemnity
Noun
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As routines and rituals evaporated, often replaced by grief, fear and isolation, many of us wondered: When will things go back to normal?—
Jenna Russell,
New York Times,
11 Mar. 2025
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Create rituals that become nonnegotiable: morning walks to school, Sunday pancakes or being the one who tucks them in at night.—
Jennifer Kamara,
Forbes,
11 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Understanding the gravity of a red flag warning and adhering to these precautions is pivotal in mitigating the risk of wildfires during these perilous conditions.—
KANSAS CITY STAR WEATHER BOT,
Kansas City Star,
17 Mar. 2025
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Francis’ doctors told reporters on Feb. 21 that the pope authorized them to clearly explain the gravity of his situation, in detail, and their regular medical bulletins have suggested that Francis is comfortable with such information being in the public domain.—
Nicole Winfield,
Chicago Tribune,
17 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Jeannie Mai and Jeezy got married in March 2021 in an intimate ceremony.—
Regina Cho,
VIBE.com,
20 Mar. 2025
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The couple married in L.A. in October with R.E.M. lead singer Michael Stipe, a friend of Kurt Cobain who was the bride’s godfather, officiating the ceremony.—
Kevin Dolak,
The Hollywood Reporter,
20 Mar. 2025
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Issues over Western arms supplies, international observance of Russian occupied lands, Ukraine’s future security, Ukrainian troops in Kursk and Russia’s continued aerial campaigns over civilian populations all remain major issues that need to be negotiated.—
Caitlin McFall,
Fox News,
19 Mar. 2025
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Each year, themes focusing on specific issues related to women's rights help to direct advocacy and action, making each observance of IWD a potent tool for societal change.—
William Lambers,
Newsweek,
8 Mar. 2025
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In addition to Ducasse’s culinary mastery, offering a cohesive experience that encompasses the liveried staff in period costumes and the ceremonial is part and parcel of the success of the banquet, according to Révah.—
Lily Templeton,
WWD,
20 Feb. 2025
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In Chicago, a second roll-call vote will take place, this one ceremonial.—
Tribune News Service,
The Mercury News,
16 Aug. 2024
Cite this Entry
“Solemnity.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/solemnity. Accessed 25 Mar. 2025.
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