seriously
/ˈsɪə.ɹi.əs.li/adv
RareNot in standard dictionaries
1
In a serious or literal manner.
2
Gravely; deeply; very much.
3
Used to attempt to introduce a serious point in a less serious conversation.
4
Used to call back to a previous point, in disbelief or for emphasis.
5
In an extreme or major way; majorly.
Thesaurus
Sound Patterns & Rhymes
Alliteration
Words starting with the same consonant sound — used in poetry and prose to create rhythm, emphasis, and memorable phrasing (e.g. “Peter Piper picked”)
Assonance
Words sharing similar vowel sounds regardless of starting letter — creates internal melody in writing
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